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I suggest going to sleep. His or HER identity is not worth the time or effort it will take to discover it [emoji6]

It's also important to note that when HickoryHoosier said there was a 99% chance Crean's firing would be announced, he also hinted that we could possibly find out who the replacement would be at the same time. Even though he said it was very unlikely, it took me by surprise and might have been a hint that we already have our guy...

0708 said today that IU already has their guy and BtownInsider was right all along... BtownInsider has been saying Billy Donovan to IU for about a month now. Also, Mile stated last night to not be so quick to put down the Billy Donovan talks. These are two very well sourced posters hearing the same things at the same time. 0708 was saying Crean was gone since yesterday afternoon and that turned out correct. Could he be right again?

Well, it all comes down to this... Hickory and 0708 vs. Rabjohns 99% sure vs. Guessing based on what people have told him. (Later backtracked) History of breaking coaching stories vs. Recruiting insider who seems to have a poor history of IU coaching predictions Putting credibility on the line vs. Making it known that it is not official and is just opinion What will happen? I'm not sure. But I bet something is happening tomorrow...

Thank you for everything, Tom. But it's time man...

"Play Silly for Billy" Good thing we've been playing that way for 9 years...

Take it FWIW but I was talking today to someone who has a friend on the Butler team. This player said he was "convinced" Holtmann would be our next coach. He said his reasoning for this is because Holtmann seems to only be there until he finds a better job. Now do I think this is inside information to who our next coach could be? No not even close because I doubt a player on another team has any idea... But I do find it interesting that players at Butler don't feel Holtmann is there for the long run. Also it's somewhat comforting to know that most people's 7th or 8th choice would most likely say yes if it came down to that. I also think the man is a pretty good coach and much better than who we have currently. Just don't think we'll get past our 3rd or 4th choice...

A credible source told me that Crean never actually watched the games on the Michigan State bench. He was usually seen either not facing the court or with his eyes closed while continuously mumbling "they need to play faster..."

Guys... Hearing this guy is actually really good. People in Philly were hoping he stayed under the radar so he would end up at one of the local schools but the word got out. Check out his twitter for some better videos. He can really shoot it and I think Jordan Tucker is his cousin.

When we were hot this past season they got in. It's all about winning and losing. If we're winning, underage get in easy, if losing, not worth getting fined. Example: 2 years ago.

Gary Harris, Zak Irvin, Spike, Ron Buss Patterson as well as all IU players above 21 Kilroy's Sports visitors last night. Good times.

From man to man, I love you

Not sure if this was posted yet but this has to be one of the best captions I have ever seen. Gotta love Max Bielfeldt!    https://www.instagram.com/p/BCDuMzWSn8i/ 

So obvious even my girlfriend noticed. Sat down a little bit into the second half. Did not high five or talk to the team when they came out of the game. Did not join the team huddle during one of the timeouts. Shook hands, ran out, took off his jacket and tossed it before even entering the tunnel.

Tom Crean acted pretty odd in the second half. Anyone else notice?

No friends with Thomas Bryant. Did not really pay too much attention until the end of the game when I saw him standing and clapping when the game got exciting. Right before the national anthem, Crean walked over and gave Bryant a handshake and they had a quick discussion. He looked like he was about to do the same with Thon and Matur but the Anthem was about to start. I left as soon as the game ended but could hear from the balcony loud cheers which could have been a mixture of the team leaving the court and Thomas Bryant and the Makers walking past the student section.

Yes it is but I was referring to it not being true that he made his decision when he reached for the hat which would have actually been "last minute."

I agree, Vijay said after JBJ's commitment that James told him a day or two before that it was IU. 

Remember that Jaquan Lyle played with Thomas Bryant at Huntington Prep last year. Not sure about their relationship or if hurts or helps our recruitment of Bryant but I just thought it was important to keep in mind.    IF we land both of these players, the talent on the roster cannot be ignored. I think we have enough players on the team with their heads on straight to keep Jaquan in check. I've always been a fan of his skills, just hoping that he can grow up. 

McCarthy and Kentucky guy just switched their CB picks to IU. Done deal.

FWIW   McCarthy was in my Mafia class last year.    That is all. Carry on.

He said that player development will be the biggest factor in his decision. If he stays true to his word, I know who he's picking Wednesday.