In Reply to: Shaka Smart? posted by klkl on January 09, 2026 at 16:50:54
I’m not sure this even warrants much discussion at this point, as ej mentioned, it’s unlikely to happen. That said, I’ve always appreciated his style of play. A coach like him could probably attract elite talent from UCLA’s Southern California base. He’s proven he can win at smaller programs, and while Texas wasn’t great, it wasn’t a disaster either. It just seemed like a poor fit. I understand why some might be hesitant, but to me, this could be an opportunity to bring in a quality coach at a reasonable cost.
Those are just my thoughts. I completely understand anyone who feels differently.