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Message: [QUOTE="BPT2Storrs, post: 2575131, member: 7746"] Think Ollie regrets not jumping for the NBA? Do we know if he truly wanted this job long - term? Could it be a possibility that Ollie wanted a HC job to get on his resume to use as a stepping stone for an NBA position? He had early success with the National Championship and was getting PAID. As we know, the NBA came calling, but why leave the $ the State is paying especially when you enjoyed immediate success? A storied program like UConn, easy recruiting (due to him being an NBA veteran with numerous connections to the pros), a national title in his first two seasons, new facilities on campus and a ridiculous contract with some nice perks. Not to mention, in a state with no pro teams, he would be idolized. Would it be dumb to say that maybe Ollie thought he would skate the rest of his career....which could have lead to ego, laziness, etc. Now he's dug himself a hole and he's not sure how to get out. I've got to imagine there is only one of two ways...take a position in the NBA or coach the rest of the season to save his job. Not sure other colleges are going to come calling if he's let go. Problem is, I think the players have all but given up. [/QUOTE]