Former Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino was formally fired by the university on Monday. Former Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino was formally fired by the university on Monday. The lawsuit’s allegations mark a dramatic collapse of relations between Adidas and Mr. Pitino, the coach of one of the most prominent basketball programs in the country. Prosecutors say Mr. Pitino wanted the recruit to attend Louisville, while Adidas in turn hoped to secure the player’s loyalty to the company. Mr. Pitino is seeking financial damages, citing “extreme and outrageous conduct” causing emotional distress.

Source: Wall Street Journal October 18, 2017 00:45 UTC