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Is this ALionEye Rob in this GIF?
 
#556      
I would be interested to know how the assistant coaches truly feel about BU. While I love BU's intensity and his focus, I also wonder whether he can be a jerk and if I would enjoy working with him? For example, someone mentioned the in game (Wisconsin?) dust up between BU and OA, and we all know how the Mark Smith saga turned out along with several other player departures (not saying these departures are all related directly to BU though the Mark Smith one may be, but as the head coach I feel that it all comes back to you). What also rubbed me the wrong way were BU's "catwoman" comments to Ayo. Was a comment like that really necessary and in any way helpful/motivational? And then Ayo gets asked about it during a post game interview (BTT or NCCA R1 can't remember) and while he provides a very diplomatic answer, I know I would be annoyed if I were Ayo and that was the type of question I was being asked in that situation (not the coaches fault that the question was asked but BU obviously provided the fuel for it). I say all of this because while money talks, this is also a relationship business, and if someone is getting multiple comparable offers (whether player or coach for that matter), it's likely that the perceived working relationship will be a huge factor. Maybe I'm just stretching here cause I'm really bummed about losing OA, but this thought about BU has been on my mind ever since Mark Smith and I really hope this wasn't a negative force that ultimately helped pull OA back to UK.
This isn’t so complicated. Kentucky is Kentucky, and Illinois is not.
 
#557      
I would be interested to know how the assistant coaches truly feel about BU. While I love BU's intensity and his focus, I also wonder whether he can be a jerk and if I would enjoy working with him? For example, someone mentioned the in game (Wisconsin?) dust up between BU and OA, and we all know how the Mark Smith saga turned out along with several other player departures (not saying these departures are all related directly to BU though the Mark Smith one may be, but as the head coach I feel that it all comes back to you). What also rubbed me the wrong way were BU's "catwoman" comments to Ayo. Was a comment like that really necessary and in any way helpful/motivational? And then Ayo gets asked about it during a post game interview (BTT or NCCA R1 can't remember) and while he provides a very diplomatic answer, I know I would be annoyed if I were Ayo and that was the type of question I was being asked in that situation (not the coaches fault that the question was asked but BU obviously provided the fuel for it). I say all of this because while money talks, this is also a relationship business, and if someone is getting multiple comparable offers (whether player or coach for that matter), it's likely that the perceived working relationship will be a huge factor. Maybe I'm just stretching here cause I'm really bummed about losing OA, but this thought about BU has been on my mind ever since Mark Smith and I really hope this wasn't a negative force that ultimately helped pull OA back to UK.
They are all fond of BU. They enjoyed working for him and are going to help him anyway they can in the transition process.
 
#558      
I would be interested to know how the assistant coaches truly feel about BU. While I love BU's intensity and his focus, I also wonder whether he can be a jerk and if I would enjoy working with him? For example, someone mentioned the in game (Wisconsin?) dust up between BU and OA, and we all know how the Mark Smith saga turned out along with several other player departures (not saying these departures are all related directly to BU though the Mark Smith one may be, but as the head coach I feel that it all comes back to you). What also rubbed me the wrong way were BU's "catwoman" comments to Ayo. Was a comment like that really necessary and in any way helpful/motivational? And then Ayo gets asked about it during a post game interview (BTT or NCCA R1 can't remember) and while he provides a very diplomatic answer, I know I would be annoyed if I were Ayo and that was the type of question I was being asked in that situation (not the coaches fault that the question was asked but BU obviously provided the fuel for it). I say all of this because while money talks, this is also a relationship business, and if someone is getting multiple comparable offers (whether player or coach for that matter), it's likely that the perceived working relationship will be a huge factor. Maybe I'm just stretching here cause I'm really bummed about losing OA, but this thought about BU has been on my mind ever since Mark Smith and I really hope this wasn't a negative force that ultimately helped pull OA back to UK.
It's easy to nit pick little small details as an outsider and create narratives.

Personally, I think you're stretching. The cat woman joke? Harmless. It's not that serious.
 
#559      

Atgers

Birmingham, AL
I would be interested to know how the assistant coaches truly feel about BU. While I love BU's intensity and his focus, I also wonder whether he can be a jerk and if I would enjoy working with him? For example, someone mentioned the in game (Wisconsin?) dust up between BU and OA, and we all know how the Mark Smith saga turned out along with several other player departures (not saying these departures are all related directly to BU though the Mark Smith one may be, but as the head coach I feel that it all comes back to you). What also rubbed me the wrong way were BU's "catwoman" comments to Ayo. Was a comment like that really necessary and in any way helpful/motivational? And then Ayo gets asked about it during a post game interview (BTT or NCCA R1 can't remember) and while he provides a very diplomatic answer, I know I would be annoyed if I were Ayo and that was the type of question I was being asked in that situation (not the coaches fault that the question was asked but BU obviously provided the fuel for it). I say all of this because while money talks, this is also a relationship business, and if someone is getting multiple comparable offers (whether player or coach for that matter), it's likely that the perceived working relationship will be a huge factor. Maybe I'm just stretching here cause I'm really bummed about losing OA, but this thought about BU has been on my mind ever since Mark Smith and I really hope this wasn't a negative force that ultimately helped pull OA back to UK.
You do realize OA is leaving to work with Calipari?
 
#561      

Big Jack

Decatur
Kofi staying another year walks out the door as soon as Antigua leaves
Nah KY has nothing to offer him.. Reduced playing time, a worse PG and iffy cast of players since they are all untested. He is way better off at Illinois! Without question. His 3rd year will be about being comfortable and in the spot light
 
#563      
A lot of interest in the open spot(s)....Mennenga is a name I would closely keep an eye on. Along with some others that have connections to BU.
Care to put out any names you've heard (or think would have strong connections to Underwood)? If not, no worries. I'm highly curious about realistic, high-end candidates to keep this train rolling. If Mennenga is seriously interested, that's huge.
 
#567      
God I hope so and believe you know awhole lot more than me I really hope you’re right. If so I do think we would be better than last year. Call me crazy. I’ve definitely been called worse
 
#569      
I would be interested to know how the assistant coaches truly feel about BU. While I love BU's intensity and his focus, I also wonder whether he can be a jerk and if I would enjoy working with him? For example, someone mentioned the in game (Wisconsin?) dust up between BU and OA, and we all know how the Mark Smith saga turned out along with several other player departures (not saying these departures are all related directly to BU though the Mark Smith one may be, but as the head coach I feel that it all comes back to you). What also rubbed me the wrong way were BU's "catwoman" comments to Ayo. Was a comment like that really necessary and in any way helpful/motivational? And then Ayo gets asked about it during a post game interview (BTT or NCCA R1 can't remember) and while he provides a very diplomatic answer, I know I would be annoyed if I were Ayo and that was the type of question I was being asked in that situation (not the coaches fault that the question was asked but BU obviously provided the fuel for it). I say all of this because while money talks, this is also a relationship business, and if someone is getting multiple comparable offers (whether player or coach for that matter), it's likely that the perceived working relationship will be a huge factor. Maybe I'm just stretching here cause I'm really bummed about losing OA, but this thought about BU has been on my mind ever since Mark Smith and I really hope this wasn't a negative force that ultimately helped pull OA back to UK.
Man, Cal is just as intense - just saying.
 
#573      
WeWillWhen: “This isn’t so complicated. Kentucky is Kentucky, and Illinois is not.”

And we can thank our Lucky Stars for that. Kentucky has a deeply embedded entitled-feeling fan base with tons of stifling pressure on everyone. If you don’t win it all every single year, you’re worthless. In Illini Nation, we have a legacy tradition second to none in the World and a passionate fan base that appreciates even the smallest hint of great success. And a special High Mountain to climb against all odds.

Winning at Kentucky is simply no big deal. Winning at Illinois is taking a proud program up to Basketball Mount Everest. Which is the greater accomplishment? Just another banner to hang up there with all that other laundry or playing a role in creating a special destiny and rewarding a deserving patient fan base?

Coach says we want people who want to be here. Amen to that.
 
#574      

BBIQ

Texas
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