His first gig came back in 2012 as an assistant coach at Arizona State - just a decade ago. The Washington (Charles Town, WV) varsity basketball team has a home conference game vs. Musselman (Inwood, WV) on Tuesday, February 14 @ 7:30p. Dont do anything to embarrass any of us. You could upset the balance of what makes it so special.". Salary $2.5 Million. Arizona head coach Sean Miller coaches up Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) during the first half of the No. The Court Report's mailbag! Georgia is not an easy place at which a coach can win. Florida has had just one losing season in SEC play since 1999. Associate Editor at BroBible covering all five major sports and every niche sport imaginable, found primarily in the college space. Also, I am a big fan of the Eye on College Basketball Podcast. Musselman's stats have been entered for the 56-45 win vs. Washington on 2/4/2023 5:00 PM. All Rights Reserved. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the San Diego Union-Tribune. Over the past three months, Maryland fans have seen this spark-plug combo guard almost singlehandedly win games (or almost win them) with his preternatural ability to find the right spot in the right space for a shot. Rutgers winning at Mackey Arena is a top W this season. Director of Basketball Operations Jan 24, 2023; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Matt McMahon during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS FEBRUARY 18: Head Coach Todd Golden of the Florida Gators directs his team in the first half during a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena on February 18, 2023 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. "It's never gotten a serious consideration. Emotions were high after a game like that, on both ends us losing and them winning, said Bradley, whose bid for a tying layup late in OT rolled around the rim and off. . The men's NCAA Tournament is the only money-making championship the NCAA owns. Eric's wife, Danyelle Sargent, worked in sports media for a number of networks including ESPN and NFL Network. Hey @MattNorlander, as a UNC basketball fan, how much confidence should I have in my Tar Heels as they continue ACC play throughout the rest of the season? Matt's referring to our list from the beginning of the season where we collectively ranked the 26 best men's coaches. Danyelle's Involvement in Her Husband's Career. Eric Musselman is one of the famous names in the . San Diego State guard Matt Bradley also had a heated . Calling Nick Smith Jr. a potential breakout candidate is a bit like pointing out the sky is blue -- Smith Jr. was the No. It might pay off with NCAA Tournament seeding 10 weeks from now. It's about to get tougher. It was an especially impressive haul considering Musselman and his staff . 5 if things go their way. The group featured six players ranked among the ESPN and SI.com top 100 including three five-stars and McDonalds All-Americans Nick Smith Jr., Jordan Walsh and Anthony Black, as well as three four-stars Barry Dunning Jr., Derrian Ford and Joseph Pinion. He has not only been a head coach at the collegiate level, but also in the NBA with the Warriors and Kings, and at the international level with the Dominican Republic and Venezuelan national teams. 24 Whalers to a 67-54 victory over 44th-seeded Milford in the preliminary round of the Div. The next future lottery pick on this trend line is Arkansas' Nick Smith Jr. Nineteen of Charleston's 32 seasons have finished with 20-plus wins. Here's a modern history of how the last undefeated standing fares once March arrives. Additionally, skepticism abounds in NCAA halls re: more teams equaling more money to the organization's coffers. Musselman became the first PIAA Class 2A state medalist in the school's history as a junior . Musselman's new five-year agreement, which starts May 1 and runs through April 30, 2026, comes with a $4 million annual salary. Coach Eric Musselman thrives when running his actions through guards, and that's been evident during Smith Jr's late-season surge with a combined 50 points vs. Georgia and Alabama in recent weeks. I think I know how to lose and know how to win. "Logistically, I think that would be a major challenge because of the amount of days that are even available to do that," a source said. The American basketball coach, Eric Musselman, is the current head coach of the men's basketball team of the University of Arkansas. Musselman's two sons, 10-year-old Michael and 5-year-old Matthew, play in the water with his new Kings coaching staff, the immediate family and the extended one getting along famously during . Klutch had Darius Bazley and held him out. 2 on this list. On 1/23, the Musselman varsity basketball team won their away non-conference game against Broadfording Christian Academy (Hagerstown, MD) by a score of 57-36. If Arkansas makes a run it'll be because Smith Jr. propels it there. He's constantly around the team, and multiple scouts who watched Arkansas in Maui in November (when Smith did not play) said he was an engaged presence on the bench. That said, if the Vols, who have spent most of the two-plus seasons inside the Top 20, dont make it at least that far this year, its conceivable this seat warms. . Each one added carries marginal, decreasing value. Are SDSU fans culpable for instigating the incident, or Musselman for escalating it? Putting 80-90 teams into a bracket would prompt scheduling and calendar conflicts, not to mention marring the natural shape of the bracket, a cosmetic appeal that plays a part in luring in the most casual of fans. Musselman's stats have been entered for the 69-39 win @ Preston on 2/22/2023 7:30 PM. Danyelle is equally proud to be a stepmom to Michael and Matthew, Eric's sons from a previous marriage. Children Michael Musselman, Mariah Musselman, Matthew Musselman. There were words exchanged., There was an isolated incident following the game this evening, the Maui Invitational said in a statement. Given Michigan's woes, I think Howard wouldn't make that list now (and was not on my ballot then). During games, Coach Mussleman typically paces and yells. Musselman's mother lives in San Diego and his son, Matthew, attends USD. Howland took MSU to an NCAA Tournament in 2019 as a 5-seed and they lost in the first round. "Tough as crap," Kelsey told me about his team. Matthew Musselman was tagged in the video "Cal-Hi Sports BA / Monte Vista at San Ramon Valley". 1 or No. Where does Eric Musselman rank on the SEC basketball coaches' hot seat? For a moment there, I seriously thought it was going to be another Malice at the Palace, one witness said, referring to the 2004 NBA brawl between the Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers that spilled into the stands. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports. NCAA senior vice president of basketball Dan Gavitt, who oversees that committee, would be the biggest voice in the room, in addition to other senior NCAA staff. As college basketball's regular season winds down, it's well-established who the frontrunners are for Player of the Year in conferences around the country. Everything is to-be-determined. New Arkansas basketball coach Eric Musselman waves to fans after landing at Drake Field on Sunday, April 7, 2019, in Fayetteville. Musselman's stats have been entered for the 69-59 loss vs. University on 1/31/2023 7:00 PM. Kelsey liked the team but never expected 14-1. @EyeOnCBBPodcast The hype and expectations around Deion Sanders going to Colorado reminds me of Penny Hardaway getting the Memphis job. 1 team in the country finished atop its conference ledger. The only surprise out of Oxford, Mississippi, on Friday was the timing. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. The 13th-ranked, 11-2 Razorbacks host No. Hunter (Yurachek) and I have been in discussions, he said of Arkansas Athletic Director Hunter Yuracheck. -- Kyle Boone. But the 6-foot-6 guard undeniably has the potential to be a breakout star in the NCAA Tournament because he plays for a team capable of advancing in the bracket and has shown the ability to take over games. I think Deion about equals this at Colorado, FWIW. Kelsey has Charleston on a 13-game winning streak, longest in the country. Dalton Bolton broke his foot in the team's third game last season and sat out. 2:21 pm ET. Currently Club Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball. My first year I was like, 'This is the easiest thing ever.' Weber State @ Utah State Mizzou at Arkansas is my most intriguing game of Wednesday night. Feb 19, 2022; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Rick Barnes talks to an official in the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. McMahon was formerly the men's basketball coach at Murray State. 3 Matthew Mahood Jr. PF 110; Assists Per Game RANK AST/G. After his first year at Arkansas was cut short due to COVID, he guided the Razorbacks to the Elite Eight in 2021, and a top 10 ranking to end that season. Eric Musselman is an American professional college basketball coach. At the SDSU locker room, an Arkansas fan allegedly tried to climb the staircase before police intervened and removed him. He was named head coach at Arkansas in 2019 and had the Razorbacks in the Elite Eight in . BroBible is the #1 place on the internet for the very best content from the worlds of sports, culture, gear, high tech, and more. Pros: Musselman has a plethora of basketball experience across several levels of the sport. On 2/21, the Musselman varsity basketball team lost their away non-conference game against University (Morgantown, WV) by a score of 62-40. Matthew Murrell made 8 of 11 from 3-point range and scored 26 points to lead Ole Miss (11-19, 3-13). 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Musselman spent part of his upbringing in San Diego and played for the University of San Diego, a WCC program, from 1983-87. However, he has returned with a vengeance down the stretch for an Arkansas team that, if Smith is healthy, is likely going to be dramatically underseeded come March. Bennett is tied with Holland for most victories in UVa history (326). With New Mexico losing late Tuesday night, no unbeatens remain. Former players have also credited him as a tremendous player developer, and two of his three full recruiting cycles at Arkansas have been top 10 classes - including signing two McDonald's All Americans in the '22 class. Moody would go on to earn SEC Freshman of the Year, first team All-SEC and All-American honors. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | Ole Miss announced it had fired head basketball coach Kermit Davis on Friday morning as the Rebels sat in a tie for last in the SEC at 2-13 in league play and 10-18 overall. https://razorbackswire.usatoday.com/lists/sec-basketball-coaches-hot-seat-rankings-alabama-nate-oats-arkansas-eric-musselman/, Ole Miss announced it had fired head basketball coach Kermit Davis on Friday morning as the Rebels sat in a tie for last in the SEC at 2-13 in league play and 10-18 overall, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. And he hasnt handled them in the most astute of ways. Lives in Kalamazoo, Michigan. -- Matt Norlander. Again, because its his first year, there is no real worry here. 18 San Diego State at Boise State, UCSDs LionTree Arena to host big-time Thanksgiving college basketball tournament, Aztecs have plenty to play for at Boise State, even after clinching Mountain West title, 3 thoughts: No. Charleston won that game, its best W this season. Moving forward, remember that whatever change is made for the men's tournament will also be made for the women's. Along with a winning record, he has brought nothing but energy to the SEC. While unexpected, the news wasn't shocking. Dont look now, but Missouri is on pace for its best season since 2013. The sixth-year senior is averaging 17 points, 3.6 assists and just 1.6 turnovers for an NC State squad projected as a No. Hasn't been an outright success, and there's been a lot of off-court melodrama, but he's clearly done a solid job as a first-time coach. They represent themselves with a lot of class.. As the coaching search begins, we will break down each potential candidate, from the realistic to the far reaches. CBS and Warner Bros. 1 prospect in the 2022 class and is a lock to be a lottery pick -- but to a large swath of college basketball fans he may still be a relative unknown. . Part of why is not just Smith's talent, but his character, which is well-regarded in NBA circles. The Arkansas Razorbacks punched their ticket to the Elite Eight for the first time since 1995 after beating Colgate, Texas Tech and Oral Roberts in the 2021 Men's NCAA Tournament. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. We play at Nevada, and theres a guy who sits behind (the visitors) bench, Dutcher said. Here's a closer look at where everything went wrong for Arkansas in their brutal loss to No. On 1/23, the Musselman varsity basketball team won their away non-conference game against Broadfording Christian Academy (Hagerstown, MD) by a score of 57-36. Security acted quickly and appropriately to immediately remove those involvedfrom the arena.. All four of Musselman's high school signees are from the state, and the group is Arkansas' first top-10 class since 2011. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Jan 10, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Jerry Stackhouse during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena. 22 San Diego State 73, New Mexico 71 the last play, Darrion Trammell and the Minnesota job, Lamont Butlers buzzer-beater quiets Lobos, earns SDSU at least a share of Mountain West Conference title, Aztecs QB Jalen Mayden gets full offseason to grow in starting role, Game preview: No. In his third year leading the program, McMahon led the Racers to a 26-6 record that included Ohio Valley Conference regular-season and tournament championships.. A 6-foot-1 shooting guard, McMahon was a regular player . Between head coaching stints at Golden State and Sacramento, Musselman served as an assistant for the Memphis . In college basketball, this means the bracket could grow as large as 90 teams. But the NCAA Tournament isn't going to expand to 90 teams. As Bradley leaves, there is video showing forward Trevon Brazile saying something to Bradley, then approaching the SDSU bench and taunting fans, rubbing his hands together and smiling. He will continue to lead the mens basketball recruiting efforts while handling the day-to-day operations of the program. Musselman looked like it was in midseason form for track. 9 seed in the NCAA Tournament by CBS Sports Bracketology Expert Jerry Palm. Arkansas had never had a class with at least four players among the ESPN top 100 until Musselmans arrival and the Razorbacks have now done so twice (class of 2020 and class of 2022). Monday's AP Top 25 included Charleston at No. If jobs were just oncourt, Oats seat is plenty cool. Hardaway is 96-47, his first tourney appearance coming last year. Now, the 24-year-old is leading the team in scoring and is one of five averaging double figures. Triple-checked. Quality year for Gates. Still, credit is due for his ability to ascend up the coaching ranks. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. Eric Musselman (@EricPMusselman) February 19, 2021 The Hog staff quickly tried to find a non-conference team to play for that Saturday. Likewise, the group of players who can realistically expect to be named All-Americans has been whittled down to a handful who would be instantly recognized by most fans of the sport. San Diego State guard Matt Bradley also had a heated exchange with Musselman, knocking over a chair. . In his first season at Arkansas, the recruiting class of 2020 was the fifth-best group in the nation (ESPN) thanks to top-40 prospects Moses Moody and Khalen Robinson as well as four stars and Arkansas co-Players of the Year Davonte Davis and Jaylin Williams. He has things rolling down in Fayetteville right now, and making a second move in three years might be a lot to ask of his family. There are fans who yell at us all the time. The former Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors coach is known to be an electric factory and his players love to play for a guy who gets so fired up. selection committee members), which has logically opted against expansion in the past 12 years. Dwight Perry will coach the team for the rest of the season. We could . Mississippi State followed the Rick Ray era with Ben Howland and mostly suffered mediocrity. Its OK to celebrate, but I think it went a little too far, especially with their head coach. Find him on Twitter at @Matt_McGavic. Rutgers' win at Purdue on Monday wasn't just a case of an undefeated No. Home sellouts are now part of the experience at TD Arena. He might not even be First Team All-Big Ten. For all the successes, the Boiler legacies have done things their fathers never accomplished. Sections. Confidence level with North Carolinais a moving target. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images). Find me, toss a Q and I'll answer some each week. So why is he here? 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