Current coach Ben Howland calls John Wooden "the greatest coach in the history of basketball."

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UCLA's Ben Howland took a loss that will only ignite a new round of howling for his job out West.

NPR: Minnesota Outmuscles UCLA In 83-63 Rout At NCAAs

The 48-year-old coach succeeds Ben Howland, who was fired last weekend after 10 years and a 233-107 record that included three consecutive Final Four appearances and four Pac-12 titles.

NPR: UCLA Hires Steve Alford As New Basketball Coach

Though Ben Howland reached 3 consecutive Final Fours (2006-2008) and amassed a 230-105 record in Westwood, they only reached the tournament in 3 of the last 5 years and never advanced past the second round.

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