(Kyusung Gong | AP) Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Alex Jensen, third from left, watches as Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic shoots a free throw during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, in Los Angeles.

Veteran reporter shares unique insight into the Runnin’ Utes’ next head coach; the type of player he was, and the person he is.

After an underwhelming past few years under Craig Smith, the Runnin Utes will turn to former player Alex Jensen in hopes of revitalizing the historic program.