Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd has been influential in his decision to stay with the team, despite North Carolina's interest and a Final Four berth. The reason for this is rooted in his admiration for Gonzaga coach Mark Few, who has been at Gonzaga for 37 years and 27 as head coach. Lloyd, who joined Gonzaga from the age of 22 to take over the program in 2021, has been linked to Few's influence and his commitment to the Tucson and Arizona basketball culture. Lloyd has also agreed to a new $37.5 million deal for another five years, a day before Few was introduced as a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame. Lloyd's attachment to the team is evident, often referred to as "BTFD" after a big win or a victory, and he frequently mentions middle-aged fans wearing Arizona jerseys.