Coaches

[GOCAT15]

UNC going the pro route, hiring ex NBA coach Michael Malone.

[WeWant9]

Woah, didn't see that coming. I live in Denver, but not a big NBA guy. Nug fans seemed to like him while here, but most coaches will be liked when they have a prime Jokic and Murray.

Not sure how he will translate to college. Assume they will have to load him up with assistants who can recruit. Honestly, not a hire that really worries me with unc taking off. The last couple blue blood coaching searches have been eye opening for me.

[TrueblueCATfan]

UNC going the pro route, hiring ex NBA coach Michael Malone.

I have no clue who this is

[WeWant9]

I have no clue who this is

Former Denver Nuggets coach. Won the title with them in 23, but was fired during 25 season.

No experience as a college head coach.

[bthaunert]

UNC going the pro route, hiring ex NBA coach Michael Malone.

Out of left field. Another school totally panicking when their top 2 choices say no...sound familiar?

[WeWant9]

Out of left field. Another school totally panicking when their top 2 choices say no...sound familiar?

It sounds like their top 9 choices all said no.

[Tomcats1990]

Shocking but NC can’t wait on guys to finish the NBA season with the portal opening up tomorrow. If Pope can’t get it done next season you have to make a run at Donavon one last time. I think we have a better shot at landing him after a 3 year average at best run.

[UKHoops01]

Shocking but NC can’t wait on guys to finish the NBA season with the portal opening up tomorrow. If Pope can’t get it done next season you have to make a run at Donavon one last time. I think we have a better shot at landing him after a 3 year average at best run.

Kentucky couldn't wait on Donovan two years ago, so we can't single UNC out as being impatient. And as far as Donovan goes, apparently he's going to either have to be fired, or quit mid season... because he doesn't seem to have it in him to leave the NBA for a head coaching gig in college like UK or UNC. Could that reason be because he doesn't want to return to college?

[WeWant9]

I am a big believer in actions speak louder than words. Donovan can tell people he likes this or that college job, but his actions aren't exactly lining up with that at all. If two of the biggest brands in college bball aren't enough to get you moving from the NBA, then I don't think anything will

[Tomcats1990]

Kentucky couldn't wait on Donovan two years ago, so we can't single UNC out as being impatient. And as far as Donovan goes, apparently he's going to either have to be fired, or quit mid season... because he doesn't seem to have it in him to leave the NBA for a head coaching gig in college like UK or UNC. Could that reason be because he doesn't want to return to college?

They KY should have waited before hiring Pope, they knew Pope would always say yes.

[Tomcats1990]

Vogel and Donavan both should be high on KY’s short list after next season if things do not work out with Pope.

[EKYCat]

Vogel and Donavan both should be high on KY’s short list after next season if things do not work out with Pope.

Why Vogel? I am on board with Billy but Vogel has never coached in college. Would be similar to what UNC just did.

[Tomcats1990]

Why Vogel? I am on board with Billy but Vogel has never coached in college. Would be similar to what UNC just did.

He is an assistant now with the Mavs but a HC for a championship team has KY ties and young. I think he would be a good option to lead KY and would take us where we need to be.

[UKHoops01]

They KY should have waited before hiring Pope, they knew Pope would always say yes.

Should have, I agree....but I had no say in the situation.

[WeWant9]

Has Donovan ever said anything about wanting to be the head coach of UK? I get he was an assistant here, but some fans seem to think he's just dying to take this job; all while turning it down several times.