Overview
- Kansas State announced Alexander as its new men's basketball coach on March 13, replacing Jerome Tang, who was fired for cause on Feb. 15 and is disputing the decision.
- Alexander’s contract runs five years starting at $3.3 million for 2026-27 with $50,000 annual base-salary increases through 2030-31.
- The 53-year-old is 303-180 across 15 seasons at Stetson, Lipscomb and Belmont, with 166 wins and multiple regular-season titles at Belmont including the 2026 MVC crown.
- Athletic director Gene Taylor lauded Alexander as a top offensive mind and evaluator of talent after the Wildcats finished 12-20 and exited the Big 12 tournament early.
- Belmont declined a Postseason NIT invitation following Alexander’s departure, as attention turns to possible transfer movement with some Bruins players who have remaining eligibility.