Former Auburn men’s basketball coach Bruce Pearl has joined CBS Sports as a college basketball analyst, a move that follows his recent departure from the university. Pearl, who stepped down from his coaching role last month, denied any claims of being forced out due to political controversies. Instead, he expressed his commitment to advocating for Israel and education in his new position.
Pearl’s new role at CBS Sports comes amidst discussions sparked by ESPN host Michael Wilbon, who had previously suggested that Pearl was pushed out of Auburn for being divisive. In an appearance with Will Cain earlier this month, Pearl addressed Wilbon’s comments, emphasizing his strong relationships with the ESPN host and his belief that the comments were politically motivated rather than antisemitic.