DETROIT (3/26/2018) -- University of Detroit Mercy Director of Athletics Robert C. Vowels, Jr. announced today that Head Men's Basketball Coach Bacari Alexander '99 has been relieved of his duties effective immediately. Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Jermaine Jackson '99 will serve as interim head coach.

"Bacari helped inspire a strong work ethic among players and staff during his time and always challenged players to be their best both on and off the court," Vowels said. "We thank him for his efforts and wish him the best."