Pikiell Battles Cancer While Coaching | College Basketball News

Rutgers basketball coach Steve Pikiell is battling cancer after successful surgery, entering six months of chemo while pledging to stay involved with the team—assistant Brandin Knight will lead in his absence. Despite a tough 2023-24 season and the transfer portal’s chaos, Pikiell remains focused, drawing strength from his players and fans as he fights to return for his 11th season, which includes a Nov. 6 opener against New Haven. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/366cbe6852f6577a