Shaka Smart Presser 2pm: LINK

[tower912]

  Boilerplate.  More enjoyable boilerplate, as he definitely has a more relaxed, outgoing, positive energy personality than Wojo.    But in the end, it was family, culture, defense.   I hope it works.   I choose optimism.

[vogue65]

Agreed.  That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.

Marquette went all-in on Shaka.  Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees.  If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.

The Trustees should stick to what they do best.  I'm not sure I know what that is.

[5DollarPitcher]

  Boilerplate.  More enjoyable boilerplate, as he definitely has a more relaxed, outgoing, positive energy personality than Wojo.    But in the end, it was family, culture, defense.   I hope it works.   I choose optimism.

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NOPE! Surprised you can't identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.

[naginiF]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

NOPE! Surprised you can't identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.

So you're not upset he didn't mention the top 10 talent?

[79Warrior]

Agreed.  That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.

Marquette went all-in on Shaka.  Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees.  If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.

And who did the BOT want?? One would hope Lovell  would listen to the AD. My guess is BOT would do the same.

[hairy worthen]

So you're not upset he didn't mention the top 10 talent?

Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.

[The Sultan]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

NOPE! Surprised you can't identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.

Oh you're so adorable.

That presser is pretty much how every coach's opening presser goes. Say nice things about the school, his bosses and get the fans to clap a couple times. I really am looking forward to see how this goes but everyone's going to forget this once the ball is tipped.

[Skatastrophy]

Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.

Thank God, finally someone to tell us what's actually funny around here.

[naginiF]

Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.

i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.

Edit: did I mistake $5 for for the "top 10" quote when it was you? Is that why you're so vested in this? If so, I apologize to $5 for attributing that quote to him (but stick with the pompous ass declaration) and find it infinitely more humorous that you're offended that I keep calling it out.

[hairy worthen]

Thank God, finally someone to tell us what's actually funny around here.

Glad to be of service

[hairy worthen]

i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.

I'll give you that you are sometimes funny and usually a dick. Thats the best you get.

Btw let's hear your prediction of how the team will do next year.

[5DollarPitcher]

i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.

To be fair. If there wasn't so much pompous assery that turned out to be dead wrong around here, it wouldn't be so satisfying to keep score.

[tower912]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

NOPE! Surprised you can't identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.

Wojo was pure boilerplate.   I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented  the lack of poetry, a la Buzz.  But you be you.

[ATL MU Warrior]

Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.

Not to mention he is stealing my material.

[naginiF]

To be fair. If there wasn't so much pompous assery that turned out to be dead wrong around here, it wouldn't be so satisfying to keep score.

*tip o' the cap*

[5DollarPitcher]

Wojo was pure boilerplate.   I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented  the lack of poetry, a la Buzz.  But you be you.

When you say "boilerplate but more interesting, more personality, more outgoing, and more relaxed" it's not boilerplate anymore. That's like saying "a pizza but instead of sauce and cheese it's a burger patty in a bun".

[#UnleashSean]

Wojo was pure boilerplate.   I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented  the lack of poetry, a la Buzz.  But you be you.

Are you finally off the projo train? It hit its last stop.

[tower912]

I always considered myself a meh-Jo.  Consistently gave him a C grade.   But the label was fun and gave me many belly laughs.

[rocky_warrior]

I always considered myself a meh-Jo.  Consistently gave him a C grade.   But the label was fun and gave me many belly laughs.

Personally, I'm a So-Smart.  The other option is a No-Smart.  Hope he can get lots of wins.

[Goose]

I just watched the presser and job well done. He is correct, this MU is a basketball school, it has a storied history, it has great players from multiple era's and the goal should be winning at a high level.

I have followed MU basketball for a long time and do not buy into things easily and I am more excited about the program than I have been in many, many years. Shaka Smart is the right guy, at the right time and any one not on the train, jump aboard and enjoy the ride.

[warriorstrack]

Personally, I'm a So-Smart.  The other option is a No-Smart.  Hope he can get lots of wins.

Sha-go, Sha-no

Time will tell what sticks

I'm Sha-go all the way! 

Now that I think of it Sha-go could "go" the other way

[naginiF]

I'll give you that you are sometimes funny and usually a dick. Thats the best you get.

Btw let's hear your prediction of how the team will do next year.

First off, I said 'sometimes' a dick not 'usually' but potato:potato. Wait till we do you.

As for next year, given what we know today, I'll go 5th in BE and bubble NCAA (play in or 10 seed). In forming the team there will be a couple "how did we lose ___", a couple "I can't believe we got ____", and more than a few "that's a solid addition", all of which will take time to gel with new teammates and coaches. This is where I land.

Knowing that during the next 6 months there will be 20 different "prediction" threads and each will be prompted by a signing, a de-commit, a coaching hire, etc. I reserve the right to adjust my prediction when more info is available.

The more pertinent question is 'what are your expectations for the program'? Here are mine

- NCAA most years with NIT on the off year: shows there is a quality product on the floor but gives room for young team/injuries/odd slump
- occasional deep run: allows for the 'crap shoot' aspect of the tourney (but whoo-boy if we get bounced the first game he's in the tourney with us this joint is gonna be LIT)
- top half of the BEast mixed with a heavy dose of top 3: we only have 3 conference championships in 30 years (1:15 in BE) so I think competing every year is a stretch
- 1 'magical' run every 8-10 years: FF or lose a heartbreaker in E8
- clean program: listed last because it is a given

[Skatastrophy]

Personally, I'm a So-Smart.  The other option is a No-Smart.  Hope he can get lots of wins.

So good! If you weren't already ruling with an iron fist, I would nominate you in the upcoming moderator elections.

[genious expert]

Here's more from a separate virtual presser:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU

I'm not sure if it's a common thing that coaches do, but the part where he talks about having his players get up and assign minutes on the white board is great. I really like that.

[Farley36]

i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.

Edit: did I mistake $5 for for the "top 10" quote when it was you? Is that why you're so vested in this? If so, I apologize to $5 for attributing that quote to him (but stick with the pompous ass declaration) and find it infinitely more humorous that you're offended that I keep calling it out.

Anyone who declares themselves "quite funny" likely isn't that funny.  Funny people don't need to advertise that they're funny.