In 1988, Pitino was hired as the head coach of the University of Kentucky, where he led the team to a national championship in 1996. He then moved on to the NBA, becoming the head coach of the Boston Celtics in 1997. He was able to lead the team to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2002, but was unable to win a championship.
In 2001, Pitino returned to college basketball, becoming the head coach of the University of Louisville. He led the team to the Final Four in 2005 and 2012, and won the national championship in 2013. He also led the team to the Elite Eight in 2009 and the Sweet Sixteen in 2004 and 2009.
Throughout his career, Pitino has been known for his ability to motivate and inspire his players. He has also been known for his ability to develop young players and turn them into stars. He has been inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame and is widely considered to be one of the greatest coaches in the history of the game.
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