"Most guys in my position in the draft, it would be a no-brainer to go to the NBA. It's not just the NIL. It's a chance to play with my boys. To play for coach [Todd] Golden. To go to the school I love to play for. It was definitely a tougher decision than last year, but it was best for my career and future."
Just tried to be a voice and resource. Talking to the staff, I talked to Jon every other day. Players on the team would reach out. Just being an extended resource to the team and the guys that had any questions.
When Mullins's shot initially went in, there was understandable pandemonium from UConn's bench. Hurley was also overcome by the energy of the moment when he locked eyes with an official and gave him an intense stare while they were forehead-to-forehead.
McCollum's emotional coaching style often leads to intense moments, such as slamming his whiteboard and expressing frustration with his team's performance, which he believes motivates them to improve.