The mud flows downhill. And so does the money. Utah athletics now has muddled through handing over nearly $7 million in leftover cash to former coach Larry Krystkowiak and now more than $4 million to the freshly-fired Smith, plus all the additional perks, on account of the fact that Smith had two-plus years remaining on his deal.

Utah Athletic Director Mark Harlan’s decision to move on from head coach Craig Smith underscores the university’s commitment its men’s basketball program

Utah men's basketball coach Craig Smith was fired Monday with four games remaining in his fourth season at the school