
Louisville Coach Rick Pitino called Thursday’s 62-61 NCAA Tournament defeat to Morehead State “as tough a loss as I’ve had in coaching.” But it was what he said after making that statement that set off several follow-up questions from reporters. After ranking it as one of his most difficult losses, Pitino said, “And I’ve been coaching a long time, after tonight maybe too long.” Then later, reflecting on U of L’s surprising 25-10 season, Pitino added, “My window is closing in coaching. I said I could leave this year and be a happy man…”