College basketball is more than just fierce games and championship aspirations; it’s also an exciting avenue for fun and creativity, particularly when it comes to memes. Dan Hurley, the passionate head coach of the UConn Huskies, has become a favorite target for meme creators.

The Best Dan Hurley-UConn Memes Cracking Up the Internet
Hurley’s animated coaching style, emotional press conferences, and popular decisions have all generated a slew of internet jokes.
Let’s take a look at some of the most popular Dan Hurley-UConn memes going around the internet right now –
Not happening
A spoof account took to X to voice their thoughts on Hurley declining the Lakers’ offer. They posted a one-second video of the alleged conversation between the two parties.
Lakers: “hey Dan we can give you a 70 million dollar contract to come be head coach”
Dan Hurley : pic.twitter.com/oH01ly0vI6
— Shannonnn sharpes Burner (PARODY Account) (@shannonsharpeee) June 10, 2024
LeBron James’ old tweet resurfaces
LeBron James posted a mysterious tweet in February of last year, which he claimed was about accepting responsibility for himself. The Lakers legend had stated:
“Maybe it’s me.”
Back to JJ Redick?
The Lakers were reportedly negotiating with JJ Redick before knowing of their contact with Dan Hurley. According to this meme, the franchise might be speeding back to the basketball analyst. So, now that Hurley is no longer available, will the Lakers return to Redick?
Not a good mood
The news would not make Lakers fans pleased. They had hoped for the Hurley era in Los Angeles, but now they must consider alternative options. How would they feel right now? This meme illustrates the following scenario:
Lakers fans going back to JJ Redick after thinking they had Dan Hurley pic.twitter.com/NuHKPPn894
— Hater Report (@HaterReport_) June 10, 2024
The Wolf of UConn Street
A fan reused a popular moment from Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ to mark Hurley’s decision not to leave UConn. While it may be one of the most overused memes in such situations, it nevertheless has comedic value for everyone. Especially those who are pleased with the news.
.@thepressboxpod Is it too late to submit the “I’m not f***king leaving meme” as the overworked per Dan Hurley staying at UConn? pic.twitter.com/Qq5sHhJY9M
— Brent Axe (@BrentAxeMedia) June 10, 2024
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“They F**ked Us!” – Hurley’s Heated Reaction
After UConn’s tight 77-75 loss to Florida in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, Coach Hurley’s blunt and outspoken reaction became meme fodder. His dissatisfaction with the refereeing resonated with fans, prompting a slew of memes showing his furious behavior.
“I hope they don’t f$&@ you like they F’ed us, Baylor. I really hope they don’t.” Danny Hurley to Baylor walking off the floor after a slug fest loss to top-seed Florida. Likely talking about officiating, if I had to guess #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/zKKsdfsjBt
— Joey Ellis (@Jellis1016) March 23, 2025
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