Buzz Williams Radio Show-Tomorrow Night at Ward's House of Prime.

[garbier1]

As host of the radio show with Buzz, I'd like to ask him some questions from you. It's clear how passionate everyone is about Marquette basketball, plus Jim McIlvaine says he likes the site. I don't spend much time at any of the sites, but I realize that I must change. YOU are Marquette. If you aren't listening to the Buzz Show, then no one is. He's really good on the show-in my opinion. If I'm wrong, I'm guessing you will let me know. That's fine, I'm a man, I'm 40, I can take it. And I will be reading it, good or bad. So, I don't think I can mention the website on the show-crazy NCAA rule- but I will use some questions and Buzz likes the handles- so I'll mention them too.
Homer
I'm not an imaginery Homer-that only happens at Notre Dame. I am Homer-I'm the only one who can tell you which chair Mark Belling prefers at Victor's.

[MerrittsMustache]

Why does he not necessarily start the 5 players who see the most crucial minutes (i.e Juan over Jamil, Otule over Gardner)?

[BCHoopster]

It seems that 2013 recruiting is over, so onto 2014, you lose Gardner next year, do you have an eye on any any big men to replace him, I know you can not mention names but
are you close with any and do you feel they will sign with MU?

[Chicos' Buzz Scandal Countdown]

In light of the Mant Te'o developments (where regardless of what happened, a college athlete was arguably too exposed to fans via social media) is there anything the MU BBall program is changing in how it advises its players to limit their social media use?

[GOO]

Congrats on another great year to date.  We really appreciate all you've done and do for the University, program and the players!

I'd like to hear him say he he happy at Marquette and isn't going anywhere for years, but I know that he probably doesn't want to say that...

So, what are his thoughts on a basketball focused conference?  Will it be marketed as grass roots urban, tough basketball?  The real deal or college basketball?

How does the new conference change his approach to scheduling and recruiting, if it does at all?

[4everwarriors]

Homer, c'mon dude, 40 really? You haven't been 40 since you used to walk past my office, 18 years ago. Now, what's your current handicap?

[Big Papi]

Buzz GREAT JOB and I hope you stay at MU for a long long time!!

Tough loss on Saturday night.  As bad as our offense was in the first half against Cincy, I think our defensive rebounding in the first half was ultimately our demise(10 offensive rebounds by Cincy in first half???).  Anyways, having said that, I have a question about our slow starts offensively to Big East games.

In 4 out of our 5 Big East games, we have scored significantly more points in the second half then we did in the first half.  (1st half/2nd half pts 13/50, 26/43, 33/24, 20/29, 30/39)  From an average fans perspective, our bench seems to have way more scoring punch then our starters.  I know its more about minutes played instead of who starts but I would like to know how do you go about deciding on who starts with this team in particular and are you considering some starting lineup changes in the near future to jump start the offense? 

[Tugg Speedman]

During the Pitt game Buzz said he did not talk about basketball in the time-outs.  Instead he talked about life, character revealed and what kind of person do you want to be.  Did he do that again in Cincy and is that what he often does in time-outs?  Or was the Pitt game an unusual situation?

Also, was Vander challenged to draw a charge in the Seton Hall game?  Is that why you and Buzz had such an immediate reaction to his first charge in 88 games?

[Tugg Speedman]

Why does he not necessarily start the 5 players who see the most crucial minutes (i.e Juan over Jamil, Otule over Gardner)?

+ 1 on this.  Does he feel his starting line-up struggles offensively too much early in the game and puts them in a hole?  Would that be corrected by starting more offensive punch (Mayo over Lockett or, Gardner of Otule or, Jamil over Juan)?

[Slim]

Was it "Rich Girl" or "Sarah Smile" that really turned him on to Hall and Oates?

Did he ever get that Harley?

[tower912]

So far this year, MU has had a lot of really tight games.   You have said that is the way it is going to be this year.    To me, that means that coaching means more than ever, the ability to deny a couple of points or steal a couple of points a game.    So far this year, for which in-game decision would you like to have a do-over?  (TO vs Pitt, different zone offense against UWGB, going to Disney instead of Gainesville)    Which one do you think worked well? (face-guarding Kilpatrick, slowing it down against UConn)

[denverMU]

What did the official say to you, after Gardner was injured/fouled in OT, to which you replied "are you serious?"  How is Gardner, any injuring from the non-called foul?

[Henry Sugar]

The team has been outstanding in conference play at two point percentage defense (#2 in conference) and defensive rebounding (#2 in conference), but has been poor at three point percentage defense (#14) and in allowing opponents to take three point shots (defensive 3PA/FGA is #14).

Considering the importance of effective field goal percentage, how is the team working to improve the perimeter defense, or is that just part of the tradeoff from focusing on two point defense and defensive rebounding?

Thanks Homer

Rob from Cracked Sidewalks

PS - don't let Buzz play coy about effective field goal percentage. We all know that he is completely familiar with that stat.

[mu_hilltopper]

(Note: Love to have Homer asking questions here.   Scoop has been around ~6 years, we've finally made the big time.

As a note, we'll be editing this thread to keep it on topic, questions for Buzz/Homer/540 only.)

[LloydMooresLegs]

Thanks, Homer.

Buzz:  Can you describe the impact that Coach Wainwright has had on your in-game coaching decisions/process this year?   

[wesmat23]

I'd also like to know if he ever got a Harley and would like to know if hes excited about the 110th celebration coming up late August of this year?

[MUfan12]

Any update on DJO after he was released by the Lakers?

[Tugg Speedman]

We have argued about the value of rankings.  Some say it does not matter do long as you make the Tourney.  Others say that little number next to your name brings more attention to the program (eg, highlights on SportsCenter) and helps in recruiting and University fund raising.  What say you?

[Skatastrophy]

I've seen Buzz, Wainright, Autry and Reynolds run the team pow-wow during timeouts.  Do they get their numbers called vs specific opponents?  Or do they have different specialties based on in-game situations?

[Lennys Tap]

Saw the warm post game greeting with Mick Cronin following Saturday's game. Made me wonder who are Buzz's closest friends the college coaching fraternity?

[nyg]

How is Todd Mayo doing after being disciplined?

[NotAnAlum]

Coach,
     MU continues to struggle mightily against zones.   Would it be effective to station Davante at the free throw line, get him the ball and allow him to act as the old fashion pivot man.  He could hit cutters, pass to the wings, dump it to Wilson in the low post, shoot the free throw jumper or on occasion even drive on the center.  I realize he is also effective in the low post but as a change of pace.  What do you think.

[real chili 83]

Buzz: With the recent passing of Rick Majerus, curious to know how well you knew him, and was he influential to you in your development as a  coach?

Homer, see you grew up in SB. Marian grad here.  You?

[real chili 83]

Anyone know what time the interview is tomorrow night?  I am assuming that I can listen via the Internet.

[BrewCity83]

Anyone know what time the interview is tomorrow night?  I am assuming that I can listen via the Internet.

For Real chili 83:  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

For Buzz:  What is Chris Otule thinking in terms of playing next year?  Should we be expecting him back?

[garbier1]

Homer again- u r great. Buzz will fire me and just answer all the questions- that's my only fear.

[Coleman]

Homer, nice to have you on the board. Hope you will contribute from time to time. What's the meaning of your user name?

[AirPunches]

Buzz answering questions now. Answering MerrittsMustache first. On 540.

[MerrittsMustache]

Buzz answering questions now. Answering MerrittsMustache first. On 540.

What do I win?

Did they actually say "MerrittsMustache" on the air?

[AirPunches]

He read all of the questions and handles. Buzz laughed at that one in particular though. Good q and a. Also, homers wife's maiden name is his handle as someone asked.

[4everwarriors]

Great, so now due to the increase in publicity, we're gonna get a bunch more yahoos postin' on this site.

[MerrittsMustache]

Will this be posted online? I'd like to hear what Buzz had to say.

[real chili 83]

Will this be posted online? I'd like to hear what Buzz had to say.

You, know, this counts as your 10 minutes of fame.  Form here it's all downhill. 

It will be posted in their audio vault.

I wanna know when Topper's gonna take me to Wards for dinner? Some prime, washed down with a glass or two of '08 Scarecerow should do the trick.

[Tugg Speedman]

Great, so now due to the increase in publicity, we're gonna get a bunch more yahoos postin' on this site.

How will that be different than now

[Tugg Speedman]

You, know, this counts as your 10 minutes of fame.  Form here it's all downhill. 

Wait, doesn't that mean we get five more minutes?

[🏀]

How will that be different than now

I can only imagine some of the pollyannas at Hoops will migrate.

[Tugg Speedman]

It will be posted in their audio vault.

I don't see it, you have a link?

[🏀]

I don't see it, you have a link?

It takes a day or so to make the vault.

[hilltopper03]

http://www.espnwisconsin.com/common/page.php?pt=av_marquettebball&id=431

[warriormom]

As a mother of 4 children whom I had in 6 years and whose husband worked crazy hours, I would like to extend my thanks and praise to Mrs. Williams for holding down the home front.

[mu_hilltopper]

That was pretty cool.  Homer basically read though almost every question posted here.

It appears that this was his "annual message board question" hour .. but let's start a thread for next week, see if they continue taking our questions.

[Wade for President]

That was pretty cool.  Homer basically read though almost every question posted here.

When Homer said "this one is from Merritt's Mustache" I had to smile. 

Hilltopper...your table is ready.  Congrats on your baby making it to the big leagues.

[MerrittsMustache]

As a mother of 4 children whom I had in 6 years and whose husband worked crazy hours, I would like to extend my thanks and praise to Mrs. Williams for holding down the home front.

+1

Being a coach's wife is not an easy gig.

[warriorchick]

+1

Being a coach's wife is not an easy gig.

Knowing Buzz's schedule, I haven't figured out when he had the time to conceive all those kids.

[mu_hilltopper]

When Homer said "this one is from Merritt's Mustache" I had to smile. 

Hilltopper...your table is ready.  Congrats on your baby making it to the big leagues.

Correction .. Rocky and Spiral's baby.  They pay the bills.  Me and SoCal are more like wet nurses.

But .. Homer didn't even mention MUScoop, did he?   

[real chili 83]

I didn't hear him mention scoop.

Probably a good thing....as another pserson posted last night, don't need to attract knuckleheads to this board from other sites due to the additional attention.

Was PM'ing with Homer (we're from same home town).  Seems like he enjoyed the questions and plans to be more of a regular on Scoop.  His participation would be a fun addition to the board.

[Brewtown Andy]

Correction .. Rocky and Spiral's baby.  They pay the bills.  Me and SoCal are more like wet nurses.

But .. Homer didn't even mention MUScoop, did he?   

Right in the first post, Homer mentioned something about an NCAA rule prohibiting it.

[real chili 83]

Right in the first post, Homer mentioned something about an NCAA rule prohibiting it.

On the surface, seems odd that the NCAA would have a rule preventing a radio personality referencing an internet posting board.

Must be more too it.  Does anyone know the specifics on why the NCAA cares?

[Skatastrophy]

I'm really happy that I'm basically famous now and that you all have to respect my opinions much more.

[MerrittsMustache]

On the surface, seems odd that the NCAA would have a rule preventing a radio personality referencing an internet posting board.

Must be more too it.  Does anyone know the specifics on why the NCAA cares?

Possibly related to "boosters" having contact with current players or potential recruits?

[real chili 83]

Possibly related to "boosters" having contact with current players or potential recruits?

Thanks for the response.  Still seems like a stretch, but it is the NCAA.

Regardless of the reasoning, it was still fun to hear Buzz's answers to our questions.

[MerrittsMustache]

Thanks for the response.  Still seems like a stretch, but it is the NCAA.

Regardless of the reasoning, it was still fun to hear Buzz's answers to our questions.

It was a total guess as to the "crazy NCAA rule" as Homer called it.

[4everwarriors]

Why not skip Homer entirely and just ax Buzz to sign up on Scoop and he can shoot the sheet with all of us daily. You know, just be a regular guy.

[Bocephys]

Why not skip Homer entirely and just ax Buzz to sign up on Scoop and he can shoot the sheet with all of us daily. You know, just be a regular guy.

Because he'd get in an inane argument with Kenosha or temdee and not have time to prepare for our next game.

[🏀]

Because he'd get in an inane argument with Kenosha or temdee and not have time to prepare for our next game.

Probably about practicing free throws or the lack of female escorts for recruiting trips.

[real chili 83]

Because he'd get in an inane argument with Kenosha or temdee and not have time to prepare for our next game.

Dont forget TeamOh, Billybob, SMU17 and the various interations of Forgiven, Unforgiven, et al.

I wonder if Buzz can put his answers next week into Haikus? 

[MU Fan in Connecticut]

Buzz Williams Show
Tomorrow Night at Ward's House
Bring Your Questions

[NavinRJohnson]

On the surface, seems odd that the NCAA would have a rule preventing a radio personality referencing an internet posting board.

Does it really?

Must be more too it.  Does anyone know the specifics on why the NCAA cares?

Money of course.

[keefe]

Homer

With reports of Rick Barnes dismissal following this season have Buzz and Corey retained a professional realtor in Austin to find their dream home in the Hill Country?