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3 hours ago, Seeking6 said:

I know that Melo Williams on Twitter said decision soon but I can't find anyone else thinking the same. 

i think that's what i'm referencing

why aren't we talking about this kid? he's going to announce soon and it seems like we have a very, very solid shot - no? 

Funny if he ends up at Georgia with FCTC. He sure as hell needs some warm bodies

No armaan in either pic, eh? 

👀👀👀 hopefully Lewis or fife? 

@ephul great post. Completely agree with you. Same with you @IU Scott
 

Been laughing off the whole “can he recruit” question. Also have been thinking about musselman. 
 

Honestly, I’d bet on Woodson going into a recruit’s home and landing the kid vs many if not all of the guys we were looking at. Musselman, drew, oats? Sure I’m drinking the kool aid but in all serious, I’d challenge everyone to look at this decision closely and ask if these other supposed candidates(drew/muss/beard/Altman) are really THAT much better than Woodson?

When it comes down to it I think we did pretty damn well and I’d take Woodson over musselman/beard. (Seemed like the most realistic candidates for us to land, oats buyout too large and Altman is comfy in Nike land and kinda dirty)

It’s pretty funny that we’re comparing him against these guys that really have NOT accomplished that much at ANY lev period. Not at a big program. And if they did, it was once and inconsistent.

2 hours ago, go_iu_bb said:

This article makes a good point about why Woodson might fail. The recruiting and dealing with college students has been my largest concern with this hire. I think Matta can help with some of this and can at least help Woodson prepare to deal with the rest.

https://sports.yahoo.com/opinion-mike-woodson-rude-awakening-230859190.html

It’s a fair point and thanks for sharing.

Woodson has 2 kids. Has coached young NBA college kids who were handed millions of dollars and entitled superstars. Should be a walk in the park imho.

1 hour ago, NCHoosier32 said:

i like the Matta part a lot, but it does seem a little weird that e is needed if Woodson is so great.  i don't think Matta would have been needed for Beard, Musselman, Oats, Drew, Altman, etc.  also, Penny is a bad example.  he is a terrible coach and already got in trouble for breaking the rules.  still want to see Howard down the road.  he has Martelli and inherited a great situation.  

If you listen to the presser - dolson spoke about how this will allow him to focus his time more with the other sport programs and be more of a partner in basketball decisions. Also if you can get matta on staff and it doesn’t take up a spot on the bench... why the heck not? 

This is a home run whether you like it or not. If you don’t now, you will soon enough and I’m excited for you to see it. I can only think of a few coaches in college basketball who command the type of respect as a coach in terms of ability/developer/mentor, experience and accomplishments at high levels(Roy, K, self, Calipari). I probably missed some but you get it. I think it’s special and having Matta only adds to this. I couldn’t be happier to support a guy like this who wants IU to succeed as much as anyone out there. “Indiana is the best place to play basketball”. 

Annnnd we’re back! Glad to see it. Did enjoy reading BB this evening though as a stopgap. Really need to know about the staff woody will hire. Eagerly waiting 

3 minutes ago, BGleas said:

Really curious to see how Dolson spins this. Either Woodson was the guy from the jump, or everyone else said no. 

Obviously he's not going to say nobody else wanted the job, but how hard he drives down the "this was always my guy" lane will be telling. 

I can tell you it will be “mike and Thad were very high on our list and to be able to get both- we’re over the moon about this”

Very excited about his development and coaching abilities. Think that will take him a long way here. Seemed like something we’ve been missing is that coach and teacher. 

I’m fully supportive and behind this. Love the approach with Thad and Woodson. NBA and College game. Excited to see the assistants. I know for one thing - we swung for the fences.

8 minutes ago, Shapopojoe said:

Insiders, where ya at? Let’s hear the excuses....pathetic

Leave the board. Not kidding. Don’t need people like you. ✌️

15 minutes ago, btownqb said:

Guys... we don't have to bombard @IUwins0708 with questions. Some of this stuff can be answered in the coming weeks. None of it is pressing now. 

Sounds like days....

6 minutes ago, mrflynn03 said:

I dont have anything to do at work until I switch to weekends next Sunday.

Anyway, signed up and lurker btown banners.  Probably got buried and I dont think @IUwins0708 will be back. He mentioned in a post that he would get roasted in PM's if his info didnt pan out. Said some people called him less than human. From this board. 

Honestly be a shame to lose him as an insider. Appreciated his info and willingness to share it. 

Can’t believe some people here ruined that for the greater group. Pretty pathetic. I enjoy the people here but we need people like that ...

HSN mods - can’t tell you how relieved I am. I can exhale. Thank you so much. Most stressful week of my life with this site down during such a crucial moment. Ok carry on, get Brad. Thanks @5fouls