Hate to report this but we all knew it would come to fruition sooner or later. Mike Krzyzewski is one of just six coaches in Division I history to reach 800 career wins. His 874 wins rank fourth among college basketball’s victory leaders and first among active coaches. Krzyzewski is three wins shy of passing Adolph Rupp for third place all-time. Krzyzewski is six wins shy of passing Dean Smith as the winningest coach in ACC history.
Adolph Rupp about to be passed by Coach Krzyzewski in all-time wins
Adolph Rupp listed in Sporting News’ 50 greatest coaches of all time
This is sure to cause some heated debate. Adolph Rupp is listed at number 21 behind Dean Smith at number 8, Bobby Knight at number 16 and that Duke coach called Coach K at number 19. Read article.