ESPN College basketball analyst. Two time ACC COY. Husband to the Queen. Father of 3 wonderful girls. Pizza expert. Avid golfer. Walker of Jake the wonder dog.
Really disappointed in how the
@DukeMBB
reacted to the
@UNC_Basketball
coaching staff after the game. Unacceptable. Respect the game and your opponent. This is a simple rule. A lesson coaches need to demonstrate to their players.
Coach Howard ; I’m form the Southside of Chicago is not an excuse for that type of behavior. You are representing one of the great universities in the country.
@umichbball
You are not on the Southside you are leading players at a world class institution. Accountability
College basketball is hard. It looks easy when you are a high school senior. Everyone is telling you how good you are and you are seduced by ratings which means nothing once you step on campus. My advice. Run your own race Be patient work hard and allow yourself to be coached
College presidents are shutting down fall sports that impact 100s of students but allowing tens of thousands of students back on campus.I don’t have the answer but that’s even a bigger question. The average student doesn’t have the protocol that athletic departments have in place
How can you not be happy for Josh Langford. All he has been through. One of the nicest young men I’ve known since I’ve crossed into my new profession.
@MSU_Basketball
This is not Juwan Howard’s first incident. Last year if you remember he had an ugly incident in the
@TerrapinHoops
game with Mark Turgeon. This needs to be addressed on all levels. This is embarrassing. Fwiw coach your own team. Your opponent will coach their team.
What
@MSU_Basketball
accomplished this year. Incredible. No Langford ,no Ward down the stretch and no excuses. You watched players roles change and players embrace opportunity. That is coaching.
Cassius Winston was Aaron Henry 2 years ago. Last night Winston was a leader saying coach I got this.He grew by being held accountable He grew by being coached hard. He knows how much his coach cares. There is nothing wrong with accountability. Enough with everyone gets a trophy
Disappointed that the
@ncaa
will not come out with a comment on the late game double dribble. Everyone must be accountable. Can’t change the call but you must own it.
The
@UMichFootball
Jim Harbaugh alleged allegations if true need to be addressed NOW by the institution and the conference. If true a clear message must be sent. A competitive advantage was gained. It is not a victimless violation opposing coaches and players were impacted
The coaches that commented on the
@KentuckyMBB
players are cowardly. I’d like to know if they were head coaches or assistants. If all these guys are so smart and
@UKCoachCalipari
players are not very good then why did he kick all their rear ends and win another
@SEC
championship.
After his coaches tore chairs up and kicked trash cans over, University of Houston’s Jamal Shead stopped and picked up the trash after an emotional loss to Alabama Saturday night in Tuscaloosa.
I’m a huge fan of this young man!
I just don’t get when players enter the portal then put out a glossy post thanking everyone from the University, teammates, assistant coaches and head coach. Then say they will alway be a member of the schools program and family. 🙄
What’s lost in
@KentuckyMBB
is how unselfish this team is and how everyone plays to their strengths. Oh and not only can they defend , but they have defensive versatility
Having a game cancelled or postponed isn’t the end of the season. Having to reschedule in a moment’s notice isn’t the end of the season. Having to take a timeout due to contact tracing will happen and so will games after following protocol. Stop complaining . Be appreciative
Man
@MSU_Basketball
is a very complete team. You can see how much they play for each other and like each other. You can feel their culture. They hold each other accountable Their locker room is so strong.
What
@UKCoachCalipari
has done over the years in times of crisis is unmatched. He sees a bigger picture. Might be the most under appreciated and understood coach in college basketball. His compassion for others is second to none.
Great parenting lesson
#TheLastDance
@Jumpman23
mom after getting cut.... NOT ‘the coach screwed you” “We are changing schools.””The coach doesn’t like you”. Nope. Simple “ work harder” That is straight talk. That is parenting not enabling.
The NCAA HAS DROPPED THE BALL on Big Z. First all players in Power 6 schools received far more extra benefits playing grassroots basketball than Big Z MIGHT have received playing club basketball. In a world of not NIL but in truth “Pay for Play” this is embarrassing.
What a move by
@zach_edey
giving Coach Keady a piece of the net. What a great reflection of his understanding of
@BoilerBall
is all about. That is moving. Absolutely beautiful.
College coaches are spending all their time in the portal ignoring high school players that can help them win. Everyone wanta quick fix when reality the transfer portal guarantees nothing. Go get guys that you can build a culture with. Develop relationships and coach your team
If you have ever been around Tom Izzo and his players you would understand the special relationship he has with them. You would understand that they appreciate him,his passion and him holding them accountable . You would understand that accountability what makes
@MSU_Basketball
About to make magic. My walk and talk with
@MSU_Basketball
Tom Izzo. I have known him for over 40 years. He has not been changed by his success. As genuine and real as there is. Proud to call him a friend.
Absolute clinic by
@UNC_Basketball
terrific game plan offensively and defensively. Great execution great fight. Have no problem saying I didn’t think they could win in that environment. Guards showed, bigs showed up team showed up. Tip of the hat.
That is a joke. No way if a guy is coaching his team should it be a T. That is just plain bad officiating. The officals should be watching the game action.
Start of the season people thought
@KentuckyMBB
didn’t have an elite point guard. SGA will be a top 10 pick or higher. Great job developing an identity mid season by
@UKCoachCalipari
. Guy can flat coach.
Blown away by the
@TexasTechMBB
program. The commitment the coaches have to the players. The don’t enable they encourage and challenge. You can feel the culture and connection. There are no shortcuts taken.
It’s really a perfect match.
@UKCoachCalipari
@KentuckyMBB
he embraces everything that is Kentucky basketball. The history and crazy fans that make up the
#BBN
. They are made for each other. Most would be swallowed up by the responsibility that comes with it. He welcomes it.
I will address the trip and the
@DukeMBB
student behavior as well as the trip on
@accnetwork
today. Both embarrassing. FWIW i was wrong: the toughness defensive intensity and the overall maturity of
@UNC_Basketball
was really impressive They did the tough things consistently.
Cheating is not a victimless crime. The players/coaches on the other team were at a competitive disadvantage There is a difference between talking to staffs that played a common opponent and intentionally illegally scouting an opponent in person to gain an advantage is cheating.
Love
@UNC_Basketball
core returning. No pun intended but they must find a stretch 4 that opens up the floor for Davis Love
@iget_buckets35
to play opposite Black.
Honored to meet and have a short conversation with Coach Saban. His focus, attention to detail and standard are the best there is in any sport.
@AlabamaFTBL
In all due respect attending Duke University on scholarship and playing for a HOF coach is a privilege. Comparing that experience to slavery and being in prison is irresponsible. Can we do more? Yes. But let's not make absurd comparisons.
35 years ago today this guy was named head coach at
@UMassMBB
. I think that was a pretty good hire. Think of the number of lives
@UKCoachCalipari
has impacted over those 35 years. His goals have always been higher than 10 feet for his players. Congrats Cal
I have been out of coaching for 7 years and
@espn
has given me the opportunity to visit and get to know 💯s of great young men from all over the country and I can honestly say that Josh Langford could be my all time favorite. I’m sick to hear this news.
@MSU_Basketball
College basketball is hard. Playing time is earned. It’s harder than it looks on TV. There is a process. This is not EYBL I don’t care about your rating it doesn’t mean a thing once you step on campus. When a program is trying to win now it’s hard to win with freshman.
The number of high school players that are being overlooked is crazy. Programs are ignoring the future for quick fixes. My recommendation to new head coaches is recruit freshman. You need a foundation to build and establish your culture and identity.
For all the coaches that have taken a new head coaching position job or their first job you will hear “experts” say good hire , bad hire , great hire. They have no idea. Run your own race. Build your staff and support team. Coach your team and enjoy the process.
Winning in college basketball is hard. These three coaches are doing an amazing jobs with their teams. All either lost key players to graduation or injury.
@GoBearcatsMBB
Cronin
@MSU_Basketball
Izzo
@TexasTechMBB
Beard.
The guy does not get enough credit for his agility as a coach. Amazing accomplishment and all the things he does off the court as well The most demanding job in the country. He feeds off the BBN Congratulations
@UKCoachCalipari
I get a kick out of local media taking shots at
@UKCoachCalipari
The guy has the No. 1 recruiting class in the country. It seems like they have an agenda and want him to fail. Known the guy for 40 years that won’t happen.
@KentuckyMBB
will be just fine. No collective real NIL
I for one am really excited about tonight’s game. Two tough minded teams that know exactly who they are and how they win and play to their strengths. What’s wrong with that?
@UVAMensHoops
@TexasTechMBB
Crazy last play. The call was adjudicated incorrectly. There does not have to be intent. If there was intent it would be a flagrant 2 but because of the contact above the shoulder it must be a flagrant 1
@DukeMBB
@HokiesMBB
@CycloneMBB
is the TOUGHEST team in college basketball. Tough together gritty connected. There tussles are tight their bench is engaged I explain.
@Big12Conference
I had a chance to watch
@Bellarminehoops
in Vegas and was so impressed To deny them from post season play is just wrong If its about the kids and their accomplishments how can you make that decision. They EARNED IT! Let them play!!!!!!!!!!
If you are not playing as much as you want look in the mirror. Don’t blame others Don’t listen to the static. Don’t blame the coaches; they want you to be successful. Allow yourself to be coached. Work hard , listen learn and be patient. You get what you earn.
The biggest adjustment baaketball players have to make at each level is on the defensive end. Competing, not melting when screened, being alert off the ball, talking, and taking plays off are in essence a lack of respect for your teammates.
@MSU_Basketball
basketball is as deep and versatile as they have ever been. They can play different lineups that impact the game in different ways. The have a big lineup , a small line up, a defensive line up .
@jjhouz24
has an interesting skill set at 4.
Olivier Sarr should be eligible immediately.Have alway felt when a school makes a coaching change players should have the opportunity to transfer. Especially in Wake situation where they made the change so late in the process.The WFU administration should support his appeal.
When I think of Tubby Smith I think of him as a great human being that happened a great coach. A man that was a role model for all of us. When you spent time with him you were better off for it. Think about the number of lives impacted. His legacy is so much more than wins.
I don’t care how good a recruiting class is or what a players rating is,PLAYING hard and competing is a learned trait. Coaches need to redefine playing hard to freshman. Some take it as criticism not coaching. The next step is playing well as a team and to your strengths
@RTD_MikeBarber
This is embarrassing. To think league administrators would be spiteful to the students athletes. That is disgusting and they should be ashamed of themselves.
It has come to my attention there are 150 former basketball players still in the transfer portal with nowhere to go. 150 kids who were so unhappy, impatient or received bad advice and now are in limbo. Think about that.
My new nickname for
@H23Ash
is the Peach State Pickpocket. The dudes hands and anticipation are incredible. You but the ball near him and he will take it. His floor game is alao at a high level.
@KentuckyMBB
@Oscartshiebwe34
this guy is so easy to root for. His energy is contagious. He plays with joy. He grew as a player last season and i have no doubt with his work ethic he will take it to another level next year. Such a exciting day for college basketball.
Here is a fact;
@KentuckyMBB
practice facility is antiquated. It’s not one of the top 50 in the country.Fact 2; if you read what
@UKCoachCalipari
said it’s the truth. It’s time for the
@UKAthletics
administration to reinvest in the basketball facilities.