2024 Coaching Carousel

[WhiteTrash]

Yes — I almost mentioned Kentucky as a specific example for this offseason. That would be a real test anytime it opens up, but again, I just can't see Shaka leaving after these three seasons.

It's clear relationships between coaches, admin, and boosters are very good right now. Money isn't going to be an issue. Lord knows the future couldn't be brighter in terms of player talent and chemistry. The only x-factor I could think of is how Shaka and his family are enjoying living in MKE. If for some reason in the future they want to move (maybe back to the mid-Atlantic), that could spell trouble. But there's no indication we have cause for concern there.

I couldn't blame anyone for taking the Kentucky job. I think 1/3 of NBA coaches would consider it.

[JWags85]

https://sports.betmgm.com/en/blog/ncaab/college-basketball-hot-seat-bm01/

This is a hilariously bad article.  They got Danny Sprinkle's school wrong, he's at Utah St, not Tech.

Also, Randy Bennett has been at St Mary's for 20+ years.  He's got complete job security and is paid pretty well.  He's turned down interest in legitimately good jobs before, but now at 61 he's gonna leave for a bad job in Tempe?  It's like watching McKillop stay at Davidson all those years and then saying he was the choice for an opening at VT or UGA

[BLWarrior91]

Yes — I almost mentioned Kentucky as a specific example for this offseason. That would be a real test anytime it opens up, but again, I just can't see Shaka leaving after these three seasons.

It's clear relationships between coaches, admin, and boosters are very good right now. Money isn't going to be an issue. Lord knows the future couldn't be brighter in terms of player talent and chemistry. The only x-factor I could think of is how Shaka and his family are enjoying living in MKE. If for some reason in the future they want to move (maybe back to the mid-Atlantic), that could spell trouble. But there's no indication we have cause for concern there.

The fact that Shaka is from Wisconsin makes the Marquette job an even better fit for him. 

I would think conference turmoil like what happened in 2013 is a bigger concern long term but the Big East seems to be in a great spot right now.

[The Sultan]

With all the trouble Shaka got into at Texas with boosters thinking he wasn't recruiting good enough, you honestly think he'd be interested in Kentucky?

I am way more worried about what happens when Lovell or Scholl leave.

[tower912]

I do not see Kentucky on Shaka's list.  The memory of how Tubby Smith was treated is still too fresh.

[Newsdreams]

The lists I've seen includes Shaka, Wright, Sampson, Dan Hurley, Few, Scott Drew and Oates.

Nah Shaka to T A&M after buzz leaves because they're messing with happy. Wardle to MU

[MU82]

I couldn't blame anyone for taking the Kentucky job. I think 1/3 of NBA coaches would consider it.

Most NBA coaches are over having to answer to mommies and daddies, having to deal with recruiting, and now having to deal with the transfer portal and NIL.

Maybe an NBA coach on the hot seat who doubts he could get another NBA job would be interested in Kentucky or any high-major DI job, but that's about it.

[The Sultan]

Yeah NBA coaches aren't wanting Kentucky.

[WhiteTrash]

Maybe an NBA coach on the hot seat who doubts he could get another NBA job would be interested in Kentucky or any high-major DI job, but that's about it.

Or in other words, about 1/3 of the NBA coaches? 

[Viper]

With all the trouble Shaka got into at Texas with boosters thinking he wasn't recruiting good enough, you honestly think he'd be interested in Kentucky?

I am way more worried about what happens when Lovell or Scholl leave.

Lovell can leave anytime. Tomorrow would be great.

[The Sultan]

Lovell can leave anytime. Tomorrow would be great.

???  Are you kidding? He's been great for the school.  And Shaka loves him.

[Viper]

???  Are you kidding? He's been great for the school.  And Shaka loves him.

we are aligned in our disagreement. Harmony.

[wadesworld]

Lovell is awesome.

[MU82]

Lovell can leave anytime. Tomorrow would be great.

Why? What has he done that's upset or disappointed you?

[The Sultan]

Lovell is awesome.

The university has slimmed down, better financial footing, record levels of fundraising, basketball has been great, responding to the needs of the community...

He may have started slow but he's knocking it out of the park. And a faithful Catholic to boot. I can't understand why anyone would want him gone.

[4everwarriors]

Taught we were good since Shaka is knockin' down his crib and buildin' another on da same site, hey?

[Viper]

Why? What has he done that's upset or disappointed you?

in person over a beer, happy to discuss. Here? Pass.

[Shaka Shart]

in person over a beer, happy to discuss. Here? Pass.

"Too woke"

[Viper]

A buddy in Ann Arbor said the athletic admin is hoping Juwan Howard resigns...don't want to fire a legend. And if he doesn't, they'll role status quo one more season. Similar sentiment out of Bloomington. I don't believe Shaka would want either job...I'd argue MU is the better gig for many reasons, but could you imagine losing another HC to IU? My bro-in-law thinks UW makes a hard run at Shaka if the Badg flame out early in this post season. I think MU is the better gig than what Red offers, too.

[Goose]

Viper

You want Lovell gone?

[The Sultan]

Gard isn't getting let go at Madison. That's just silly.

And the chance of Shaka going there is about 0.0%

[Viper]

Viper

You want Lovell gone?

Goose, I do. Beer summit conversation, however.

[The Sultan]

Goose, I do. Beer summit conversation, however.

🙄🙄🙄

[WhiteTrash]

Gard isn't getting let go at Madison. That's just silly.

And the chance of Shaka going there is about 0.0%

I don't think chance is that high, but we'll agree to disagree.

[Viper]

Gard isn't getting let go at Madison. That's just silly.

And the chance of Shaka going there is about 0.0%

I'll agree with you on both counts. (Gard isn't a bad coach. Not a lot of pizazz, but they are having a solid season coming off the NIT.) There will be some openings in the BIG, for sure. Holtmann at Ohio St and McCaffrey at Iowa seem strong possibilities to go.