Player Departure

Hurley Defends Perez's Shock Exit from Arizona State

The sudden departure of star guard Jose Perez from the Arizona State basketball team just before the end of the regular season sent shockwaves through the college hoops world. However, Sun Devils head coach Bobby Hurley has come out in defense of his player’s decision to leave and pursue a professional contract in the Dominican Republic. In an interview with Arizona Sports’ Bickley & Marotta, Hurley acknowledged the unique circumstances surrounding Perez’s exit, stating, “I’ve never experienced something like that before.