With the legendary Lute Olsen out at Arizona, what are their chances of making the tournament this year?
Slim to none. They are talented, they always have been, but it’s going to be hard. We saw what a drop off they had last year without him, and they not only lost him but a wealth of talent as well. It’s sad, but I think this is going to be the beginning of the end for UA. It hasn’t been the premiere program for a couple of years, and with Herb Sendek appearing to make a run at owning the desert up at ASU, look for a serious drop off. I think one of the main reasons is no one wants to follow in Lute’s footsteps. The measuring stick will be long and hard (that’s what she said). Only Lute could have a drop off season and get away with it at UA. The next coach that comes in won’t. He will be measured by Sweet 16s and nothing less. Not exactly an inviting scenario for a team that just lost it’s biggest recruits for next year…
