KoB2011 Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 2 hours ago, 5fouls said: On the rise because of Paul George. Donovan has nothing to do with it. Don't give him that to end the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 3 hours ago, rico said: Really? Pitino? Really? Dan Dakich's pick: Dan Dakich on Twitter: "UCLA needs to hire Rick Pitino and get back to its roots" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muckraker Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 Any word about who financed Alford's buyout? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 14 minutes ago, Muckraker said: Any word about who financed Alford's buyout? Though his departure was forced by influential boosters. And unlike Kelvin Sampson, who's buyout was paid primarily by one booster. It sounds like UCLA is paying for this by honoring the entire contract through department generated funds. Seven paragraphs down : Steve Alford fired as UCLA basketball coach after six seasons | The Spokesman-Review Get me the names of Steve's agent and attorney. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierhoopster Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 57 minutes ago, IUaic said: With fouls, it's more like one and a half minds. No, it’s more like one and a half wives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierhoopster Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 2 hours ago, ATX_sig said: I don't think that especially mid-season. Still, If he has desires to go back to college this would be a good opportunity to walk away from a 1 year deal during the off season. Then the question is would UCLA wait. He'd likely win immediately. I just don't know that he wants to return to college. I could certainly see him loving the idea of NBA coaching in NY city much more once he becomes a FA NBA coach in 2020. Brooklyn is close to turning it around with some nice young players and about to be a factor in the luring of free agents. No way he leaves OKC to coach Brooklyn. The reality is OKC at least at this time looks to be a legit contender, they just got Westbrook and PG to commit to multi-year contracts, they added Schroeder who has significantly helped their second unit, PG is having a career year and essentially replaced Durant after Melo left, their future is bright, and it’s all under Donovan’s watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Officer Obie Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 UCLA needs to hire a young up-and-coming coach with lots of energy. Someone like Archie.... um... forget it. I lost my train of thought. Thank goodness IU dodged the 'Alford Coach' thing. If IU had hired Alford I would no longer be an IU fan, seriously, and I loved him as a player. Ryan rocks. Rick Pitino would be good at UCLA for a few years I think. Darn good coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muckraker Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Thanks, Mile. If a booster or group of boosters ponied up to buy him out, I would expect them to have a say in the replacement. Money talks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbmhoosier Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Officer Obie said: UCLA needs to hire a young up-and-coming coach with lots of energy. Someone like Archie.... um... forget it. I lost my train of thought. Thank goodness IU dodged the 'Alford Coach' thing. If IU had hired Alford I would no longer be an IU fan, seriously, and I loved him as a player. Ryan rocks. Rick Pitino would be good at UCLA for a few years I think. Darn good coach. Imagine where we'd be today had the Crean cult got its way and CTC was given more time and Archie, Holtmann, and Mack were off the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Officer Obie said: Thank goodness IU dodged the 'Alford Coach' thing. Agreed. I think we're on the right track, finally. After years wandering in the wilderness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muckraker Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 So... the bright lights of the big city wouldn't entice "Hollywood John" Calapari? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotIThatLives Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 31 minutes ago, Muckraker said: So... the bright lights of the big city wouldn't entice "Hollywood John" Calapari? Honestly, I think it would be hilarious. Especially after all the one and dones are allowed to go pro, he d be screwed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 49 minutes ago, Muckraker said: Thanks, Mile. If a booster or group of boosters ponied up to buy him out, I would expect them to have a say in the replacement. Money talks... You are very welcome. And thanks to you for being a great Hoosier Sports Nation Member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 1 hour ago, Muckraker said: So... the bright lights of the big city wouldn't entice "Hollywood John" Calapari? Calipari will never coach in college again anywhere other than UK. He needs the ignorance of the fan base as a buffer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbmhoosier Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 1 hour ago, Muckraker said: So... the bright lights of the big city wouldn't entice "Hollywood John" Calapari? I honestly think it might but it would take like 8 years/$85M. I highly doubt UCLA would pay that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierhoopster Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 1 hour ago, 5fouls said: Calipari will never coach in college again anywhere other than UK. He needs the ignorance of the fan base as a buffer. Purdue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muckraker Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 21 minutes ago, Hoosierhoopster said: Purdue? Nobody needs THAT much buffer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATX_sig Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 2 hours ago, Hoosierhoopster said: No way he leaves OKC to coach Brooklyn. The reality is OKC at least at this time looks to be a legit contender, they just got Westbrook and PG to commit to multi-year contracts, they added Schroeder who has significantly helped their second unit, PG is having a career year and essentially replaced Durant after Melo left, their future is bright, and it’s all under Donovan’s watch Well. Lets see who has the brighter future in 2020 as the Nets go hard in free agency. They may well lose out against Philly, NY, and the La teams but they have space to add a couple long term stars of their own. A lot of players will could be interested in playing in New York be it the Nets or Knicks. Didn't Donovan grow up in New York. I suspect a lot coaches would like to coach there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 I wonder how the recruiting class is holding up for the Bruins? Last I knew they had 3 coming and were in the Top 25. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgambill Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 1 hour ago, rico said: I wonder how the recruiting class is holding up for the Bruins? Last I knew they had 3 coming and were in the Top 25. Not trying to pile on Alford but I imagine those kids will wait and see who signs on to be the coach. It’s UCLA after all...they weren’t coming to be coached by Alford. That’s a program that recruits itself basically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, dgambill said: Not trying to pile on Alford but I imagine those kids will wait and see who signs on to be the coach. It’s UCLA after all...they weren’t coming to be coached by Alford. That’s a program that recruits itself basically. Does it? https://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-ucla-alford-plaschke-20181231-story.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FKIM01 Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 12 minutes ago, rico said: Does it? https://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-ucla-alford-plaschke-20181231-story.html I think it does. Two of next year's class already said they are sticking with UCLA for now. That's not exactly a strong indication that they are sold on Alford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, FKIM01 said: I think it does. Two of next year's class already said they are sticking with UCLA for now. That's not exactly a strong indication that they are sold on Alford. Have they signed LOI's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoosiertildeath Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 I agree with the poster who dislikes IU Fanbase badmouthing former IU players ! We all have a right to our own opinions !! However , Steve Alford is one of IU's best all time players and was part of 1 our 5 NCAA Championship seasons ? I'll bet Ole Steve wil not be out of work very long !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCHoosier32 Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 21 hours ago, FKIM01 said: I don't think it's so much an attack on Alford as one borne of frustration at the folks who foolishly wanted him at IU. At one point, I was among them, but that changed with his tenure at Iowa and never recovered at New Mexico. Even though he had success there, when the bright lights of the tournament were on him, he was a failure. Losing Sam off his bench hurt as well. He's a lot like little Ricky in that regard...nowhere near the tactician as his father was. Steve needs to take a break and then step back to a level where his ability to recruit will make up for his inability to coach. I'm not saying he has no ability, but I am saying there are a lot more than a handful of college basketball coaches who are better floor generals, if inferior recruiters. I do wish him well...he will always be a Hoosier legend who was a big part of banner number five. i guess this is my sentiment exactly. i just don't understand why some IU fans are so set on declaring Alford is the devil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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