Former Nebraska coach Tim Miles gracious as ever after being fired

Tim Miles has had a long couple of weeks. Between missing the NCAA tournament, losing in the NIT and the status of his coaching job in-between, it hasn’t been easy for Miles.

Now, after being fired after seven years as the Nebraska men’s basketball coach, Miles handled his exit with grace and poise.

Speaking to reporters following the news Miles remained steadfast in his love for the program saying, “We worked hard to elevate this brand and Nebraska basketball. I’m proud of what we’ve done and I look forward to future success. I know Bill [Moos] will hire a great guy.”

While Miles’ coaching future is not known, he finished his statement by discussing his plans for the immediate future. “I’m going to get in that car. Go hang out with my wife and my kids and my dog, and have a cold Coors Light.”

A long few weeks

Nebraska opened the 2018-19 season going 11-2, its best start since 2010, but things quickly fell apart after that. The Cornhuskers only won eight more games following their impressive start and finished with a 6-14 record in Big Ten play.

Miles’ job status became a question following the tumultuous season.

After losing in the Big Ten tournament, Nebraska Athletic Director Bill Moos issued a statement saying, “Once our season is completed, my evaluation of our men’s basketball program will draw to a close.”

Miles was able to remain afloat after Nebraska earned a spot in the NIT. The team had their season end on Sunday against No. 1 seed Butler in the second round.

Still, whether Miles would be fired was still up in the air. As late as Monday, Miles was on campus and seen exiting the school’s training complex. Despite his job status in limbo, Miles was quick to flash a smile and wave at reporters.

Now, following today’s news, Miles no longer has to worry about if and when he will be let go.

In a statement Moos said, “Tim Miles is a good basketball coach who has put his heart, soul and energy into the Nebraska men’s basketball program over the past seven years.”

He finished his career with a 116-114 record and one NCAA tournament appearance.

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