FILE - West Virginia athletic director Wren Baker answers questions during a news conference, June 26, 2023, in Morgantown, W.Va. Baker announced Wednesday, March 13, 2024, that the school has opened a search for a new men’s basketball coach. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten, File)
Cincinnati guard Jizzle James, left, shoots under pressure from West Virginia center Jesse Edwards (7) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. Cincinnati won 90-85. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
West Virginia head coach Josh Eilert talks to his team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Cincinnati Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. Cincinnati won 90-85. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)