Tim Shoemaker from 11W:
But Smith has been around the block and it seems likely he's already got a replacement in mind — if not lined up. Smith said Monday he did not anticipate hiring anybody on an interim basis; this is expected to be a splash when announced.
Either way, one of the most successful eras in Ohio State basketball history is officially over. Matta wasn't ready to say if he was done coaching for good, but with his well-documented health issues, it wouldn't be surprising to see him take some time off to try and get healthy. In fact, he said that was goal No. 1, to get healthy.
After 13 years, Matta is no longer the head coach at Ohio State.
Smith said his national search will begin immediately — though it probably already started before he and Matta stepped up to that podium Monday afternoon.
Entire article;
http://www.elevenwarriors.com/ohio-...re-leaves-ohio-state-basketball-in-tough-spot
Does anyone actually believe that Smith already has a replacement in mind?
Just sayin': Maybe he does, why else would be "pull the trigger" now to fire Matta just 90 days after giving him a "vote of confidence"?
