The University of Cincinnati athletic department made the decision to part ways with head men's basketball coach Wes Miller following an 18-15 campaign during the 2025-26 season. Over his five-year tenure leading the Bearcats, he compiled an overall record of 100-74, but the inability to secure an elusive NCAA Tournament bid following the program's transition into the competitive Big 12 Conference ultimately prompted leadership to seek a fresh direction for the basketball program.