Steve Pikiell Battles Cancer with Resolve | College Basketball News

Rutgers basketball coach Steve Pikiell, a former UConn star and three-time captain, has been diagnosed with cancer but is staying positive after successful surgery. At 58, Pikiell — who led Rutgers to its first NCAA Tournament in decades in 2021 — is committed to fighting his illness while remaining involved with the team. Associate head coach Brandin Knight will take over as interim coach during treatment, with Pikiell expressing full confidence in the program’s leadership. He’s grateful for his medical team and optimistic about returning to the court, as the basketball world rallies around him with unwavering support. 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/ae64b8b8e487582c