Coach Grant. For one, I do not think this team will be middle of the pack again. Not often do you see a team get 3 of their best players with 4 fouls with 12 minutes to go in the game. Releford, Obasahan, and Algie Key (had 3 fouls) with 12 minutes to go. Secondly, the recruiting class and the incoming transfers. If Grant goes, more than likely, that recruiting class you see, goes too. Thirdly, I know Grant has only one tournament appearance, but take a look at his years here. In his 2nd year, he builds a solid foundation, surpasses everyone's expectations and gets the team to the NIT Championship. 3rd year, in the tournament and beats some good quality teams (Purdue, VCU, Wichita State, Maryland) and loses some tough ones (@ Kentucky in a game we should have won, Georgetown at home on the last second, and the tournament game which we were cheated out of). Last year was tough, but still got us to 21 wins for the 3rd straight year despite a limited roster.
I know as fans, we like to be in that "win now" and we have been very patient with Grant. I'd just like for us to be more patient with him and see what he can do this year and next. I'm not making excuses for him whatsoever, limited roster or bad development, he needs to produce soon.
