ESPN REPORT: LSU Tigers women’s Basketball Head Coach Kim Mulkey Stuns College Basketball World, Rejects Coach Demand Of $20.5 Million NBA Offer from Tennessee Vol, Notre Dame to Remain with the LSU Tigers: ‘I Have No Plans Beyond Being the LSU women’s Basketball Head Coach..… full Details

In a stunning display of loyalty and commitment, LSU Tigers women’s basketball head coach Kim Mulkey has rejected a reported $20.5 million offer from NBA-affiliated programs, including rumored interest from the Tennessee Volunteers and Notre Dame. The announcement has shaken the college basketball world, reaffirming Mulkey’s unwavering dedication to the LSU program and its future.

Since arriving at LSU in 2021, Mulkey has completely transformed the women’s basketball landscape in Baton Rouge. Just two seasons into her tenure, she led the Tigers to their first-ever NCAA women’s basketball national championship in 2023, defeating Iowa in a historic title game. Her fiery coaching style, championship pedigree, and ability to recruit top-tier talent have made LSU a perennial powerhouse.

Rumors swirled that multiple elite-level programs were aggressively courting Mulkey with record-breaking contract offers, including NBA-level salaries and front-office roles. However, in a powerful statement, Mulkey shut down the speculation: “I have no plans beyond being the LSU women’s basketball head coach. This is my home, and my heart belongs in Baton Rouge.”

Her decision comes after she signed a 10-year, $36 million contract extension in 2023, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s college basketball. That commitment is now more than just financial—it’s a statement of purpose.

With stars like Angel Reese, Hailey Van Lith, and Aneesah Morrow on her roster, Mulkey is building a dynasty. The message is clear: LSU isn’t just a stop on her journey—it’s the destination. In an era where coaching changes are constant and money often speaks loudest, Kim Mulkey is choosing legacy over luxury, and loyalty over labels.

For LSU fans and the world of college hoops, that’s the ultimate win.