Ohio State 2004-2017 Head Men's Basketball Coach - Thad Matta (337 wins - most in school history )

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  1. Bucknut502

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    Disregard. Sean is at zona
     
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    You do not fire Matta until a better coach is waiting in the wings. Matta's days in Columbus are numbered.
     
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    Not sure what year of data this is from but Matta is sitting at #7

     
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    I think there are three candidates out there who would do great at Ohio State and jump at the opportunity.

    Archie Miller - Dayton
    Gregg Marshall - Wichita State
    Chris Mack - Xavier
     
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    Matta is 77-35 since 2013.

    Just 32-22 in the Big Ten since 2013. Highest finish was 5th.

    Matta is 5-12 vs AP ranked teams since 2014
     
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    Pretty good start to a list.
     
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    Cut him loose ... He's making $3,000,000+ a year to coach basketball. At that salary, we should be in the top half of the tournament every year at the VERY least.

    Last year was the final straw for me, but I was happy to see the administration give him one more shot to turn it around with another season. After this dumpster fire of a year, he's got to go. I honestly don't see any reason to give him another shot at turning this around.

    Thank the man for his hard work and dedication to the program, and move on. Next up!
     
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    My thoughts 100%
     
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    The more I think about Thad coming back, them more mad I get...We are going to miss on Archie Miller because he'll go to NC State. I wouldn't be shocked if Gregg Marshall ends up at either Illinois or Indiana if they fire their coaches. My third choice, Chris Mack would probably still be available next year, but who knows...
     
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