It's been almost 17 years to the day since Kelvin Sampson & Indiana split. Indiana hasn't really ever recovered since. As it readies for another search, it's natural to wonder about what could have been.
But as Sampson told me this week, he had to leave in order to be who he is now. A great coach.
But as Sampson told me this week, he had to leave in order to be who he is now. A great coach.
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"He's by far the best player I've ever coached. What makes him so unique is he's such a good kid. There's no bullshit."
There is a stunning stat in the Akron capsule, BTW.
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/searching-for-cinderella-10-mid-majors-who-could-be-bracket-busting-darlings-in-2025-ncaa-tournament/