USC actually comes out in good shape financially by trading Andy Enfield for Eric Musselman. They make about the same money but USC gets a $1 million windfall because Enfield’s buyout ($2 million) was more than Musselman’s ($1 million). Am I the only one who thinks it will be a jarring transtion for Kobe Johnson to go from Andy Enfield to Mick Cronin? USC basketball … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
Eric Musselman has a massive rebuild ahead. I’m going to keep an eye on how he does with the talented Southern California Class of 2026. Musselman was criticized in Arkansas for alienating in-state high school coaches and relying on the transfer portal. He must work the portal to have a team for next year. But he can’t ignore the Class of 2026 local players like … Continue reading Tracking Eric Musselman Developments
The USC coaching search is over. Did anyone else besides Eric Musselman interview? Musselman is expected to become USC’s new basketball coach. It will probably be rocky at times, but if he can deliver a couple Elite Eight appearances and compete in the Big Ten, he will be worth it. If he doesn’t reinvigorate the program, then people will start focusing on his personality and … Continue reading USC To Hire Eric Musselman
Now this is a twist. USC guard Kobe Johnson announced he was transferring to UCLA. I have to say, after playing for Andy Enfield for three years, going to play for Mick Cronin is going to be a culture shock, to say the least. Continue reading Kobe Johnson Transfers To UCLA
College basketball writer Jeff Goodman said agent/consultant Matt Kelly is assisting Jen Cohen with the USC basketball coaching search. Eric Musselman does not have an agent but Goodman has wondered if Kelly is going to get a fee from Musselman or maybe even become his agent if USC hires the Arkansas coach. “He’s pretty much her agent, Jen Cohen’s agent,” Goodman said. “Is there a … Continue reading A Potential Basketball Conflict Of Interest
I’ve heard USC senior associate athletic director Paul Perrier is working with Jen Cohen on the basketball coaching search. I hope his duties include “due diligence.” There was a report Bronny James entered the transfer portal yesterday but nothing has been set yet regarding James’ future. USC will hold its parents’ weekend, dubbed “Trojan Family Weekend” on Oct. 24-27, which is when USC plays Rutgers … Continue reading Notes: Rutgers Has Become Arizona On USC Football Schedule
