He compiled a 111–59 (.653) record, leading the Razorbacks to three consecutive second-weekend NCAA Tournament appearances (2021–2023), including back-to-back Elite Eight appearances in 2021 and 2022.
Musselman: His 2021 and 2022 teams reached a higher postseason ceiling. He is the only coach in modern Arkansas history to take the program to consecutive Elite Eights.
Many fans of Ar Kansas consider these seasons "better" RIGHT NOW because they brought the Hogs within one game of the Final Four in back-to-back years. The name of game is to win 3 GAMES so you have a chance. Eric did that. Cow hasn't seen the Elite 8 since he was in his 50's.
And I bet you a lot of those Arkansas fans enjoyed the muscle- mans years better! The man used to get on tables and Yank his shirt off and ...pinch his nipples. (Well maybe not the nipple part...maybe)
If you define "best" by NCAA Tournament advancement, Musselman’s two best seasons remain the gold standard.
Furthermore on the Eric:
He holds a 15–7 overall postseason record, demonstrating a "ceiling" that programs like UNC—which just suffered a historic 19-point collapse against VCU—are desperately seeking.
His background as an NBA head coach appeals to elite recruits. At Arkansas, he produced the program's first four one-and-done players, including lottery picks Anthony Black (#6) and Moses Moody (#14).
Since 2019, he has placed 11 players in the NBA. This "pro-style" preparation is a major draw for the five-star talent typically found at Kansas or North Carolina.
Should'nt Eric Musselman be one of the first names that are called for the jobs? Yep.
Would I take him at Kentucky?
YES. Tomorrow. He belongs here imo.
That's a Kentucky style coach imo.
Energy and Desire and Fire and the ability to recruit.
Ding!
Musselman: His 2021 and 2022 teams reached a higher postseason ceiling. He is the only coach in modern Arkansas history to take the program to consecutive Elite Eights.
Many fans of Ar Kansas consider these seasons "better" RIGHT NOW because they brought the Hogs within one game of the Final Four in back-to-back years. The name of game is to win 3 GAMES so you have a chance. Eric did that. Cow hasn't seen the Elite 8 since he was in his 50's.
And I bet you a lot of those Arkansas fans enjoyed the muscle- mans years better! The man used to get on tables and Yank his shirt off and ...pinch his nipples. (Well maybe not the nipple part...maybe)
If you define "best" by NCAA Tournament advancement, Musselman’s two best seasons remain the gold standard.
Furthermore on the Eric:
He holds a 15–7 overall postseason record, demonstrating a "ceiling" that programs like UNC—which just suffered a historic 19-point collapse against VCU—are desperately seeking.
His background as an NBA head coach appeals to elite recruits. At Arkansas, he produced the program's first four one-and-done players, including lottery picks Anthony Black (#6) and Moses Moody (#14).
Since 2019, he has placed 11 players in the NBA. This "pro-style" preparation is a major draw for the five-star talent typically found at Kansas or North Carolina.
Should'nt Eric Musselman be one of the first names that are called for the jobs? Yep.
Would I take him at Kentucky?
YES. Tomorrow. He belongs here imo.
That's a Kentucky style coach imo.
Energy and Desire and Fire and the ability to recruit.
Ding!
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