Yeah, I think MP has been consistently saying that it's up to AJ, and that will return when he takes care of his business.
Yeah, and we all know how much business he can take care of while sitting at a game.
Yeah, I think MP has been consistently saying that it's up to AJ, and that will return when he takes care of his business.
Considering we have NO IDEA what it's about, unless you do, I disagree. And you really think Painter wants to be sitting arguably his best player for shits and giggles? Yeah, no.
Enlightened enough to recognize a troll. Another addition to the ignore pile.
How about we let coach keep this private instead of benching A.J. in front of three straight Mackey crowds?
How about we let coach keep this private instead of feeding more material to the media who will cover us all year?
What facts? All you know is that he was benched for a couple games. That's all you or I know. No other facts. I can't figure your angle here, and why you think this is an issue. The NBA has given big $$$$ contracts to kids out of UK and UConn with known drug issues and behavior problems. If AJ plays up to his potential, nobody in the NBA will give 2 craps about this little benching. Seriously, nobody cares!We can make judgments based on the fact that a supposedly private matter should have been handled in private.
You seem to be the only one that has an issue with this. A doesn't. Nobody else does. Only you, and you seem strangely bitter about it. This has been a private issue. The consequences are visible, but the specifics of the infraction are not. How about we let this die a natural death, and stop dragging it around this message board?
What facts? All you know is that he was benched for a couple games. That's all you or I know. No other facts. I can't figure your angle here, and why you think this is an issue. The NBA has given big $$$$ contracts to kids out of UK and UConn with known drug issues and behavior problems. If AJ plays up to his potential, nobody in the NBA will give 2 craps about this little benching. Seriously, nobody cares!
Maybe if AJ wouldn't have &$!%ed up in the first place it wouldn't have cost him all of this alleged money you think he's losing. He knew the rules coming into the season, guess he should have followed them. Life is full of tough lessons, looks like he just got one.A.J. will have to hear ongoing questions and speculation about his game -- his attitude, dedication, focus, work habits -- that will rile future fans against him more than any "bad-boy" image from a hoop factory.
AJ screws up, and somehow Painter is wrong for holding him accountable? Jesus. As much as this board bitches about perceived injustices regarding other programs this is ridiculous.
I've never seen a sane individual argue that actions shouldn't have consequences or that a coach shouldn't discipline his players. This Born Boiler is reaching all new depths of stupid. And on a rivals message board that is saying something. These places are bastions of stupidity.
Maybe if AJ wouldn't have &$!%ed up in the first place it wouldn't have cost him all of this alleged money you think he's losing. He knew the rules coming into the season, guess he should have followed them. Life is full of tough lessons, looks like he just got one.
Hey born boiler idiot: how do you now this was coach painters decision? Ever consider it was university/athletic dept policy? Or NCAA policy? So is it possible Painter had no decision in the benching? And Painter is keeping it as private as possible all things considered?Could be. Problem for me is having to hear about this crap repeated each time we're on TV.
Hey born boiler idiot: how do you now this was coach painters decision? Ever consider it was university/athletic dept policy? Or NCAA policy? So is it possible Painter had no decision in the benching? And Painter is keeping it as private as possible all things considered?
Hey, crosswalk: Learn to type ... more than tripe.
"Policy" is public and definite. This is neither.
how do you know it is not an athletic dept policy that is being enforced?
It is obvious you are not a parent or a coach.Read closer. I've never said there should be no consequences for any actions. There was no arrest, no declaration of ineligibility, not even a set term of suspension, so I've said that his punishment should have been kept just as private as its reason. He could have been assigned extra work at practice or study hall, assigned community service, assigned personal visits to schools or nursing homes, all of the above and more ... anything but sitting in front of 12,000-plus fans, exposing him to more public speculation and impacting his future earnings.
Extend your concept of discipline to digesting information. Sit this one out, schmuck.
How about we let coach keep this private instead of benching A.J. in front of three straight Mackey crowds?
How about we let coach keep this private instead of feeding more material to the media who will cover us all year?
After watching KY, Duke, Maryland, Georgetown, MSU tonight, we need Hammons.If AJ doesn't pay tomor then I am joining Born Boilers side.
I don't care what happened, it obviously isn't a HUGE deal or we would know some details. Hell, JT Barrett missed one game for an OWI that was 24/7 national news.
This is getting stupid. The season has started.
What happened to Painters three strikes and your out rule with players? I swear I heard that from some people on this forum.
It never occurred to him before because he's never coached a potential lottery pick until this year.
How about since we know it is nothing that would remotely get AJ an official suspension, the real reason is not our business?I must admit-
Even I'm getting suspicious of WTF is going on now. No press, no formal statements just our team MVP sitting on the bench with no explanation. I for one am getting concerned. The season has started- and has now missed 2 exhibitions and 2 regular season games, with no certainty of playing tonight.
If this was truly an academic issue- a simple statement could/should have been made to diffuse the situation.
Frankly, I'm concerned its something more private that they don't want to release.
It could be health related for all we know, we don't "need" AJH tonight to win (or we shouldnt) so let's not jump off the ledge if he doesn't play.If AJ doesn't pay tomor then I am joining Born Boilers side.
I don't care what happened, it obviously isn't a HUGE deal or we would know some details. Hell, JT Barrett missed one game for an OWI that was 24/7 national news.
This is getting stupid. The season has started.
It could be health related for all we know, we don't "need" AJH tonight to win (or we shouldnt) so let's not jump off the ledge if he doesn't play.
I think it's interesting how the internet has given instant access to vast information nowadays but when a subject doesn't have an answer or clearcut reason immediately our minds wander for needed knowledge. It's our human nature and present culture I guess but we really have become creatures of our own devices. I have to say I keep waiting for "an anonymous source said that...'.
Wow, I am getting really deep here. Help!
Go Boilers!
Yes I understand that we don't need him tonight to theoretically win the game- it would just be nice to have him clear up his issues and get him up to 'game speed' prior to our tougher Non Conference games.
My concern is only due to other team infractions that have been public had specific penalties and suspensions. This has been completely silent, yet still appears to be quite 'stiff' in terms of punishment. He has essentially missed 4 games.
That said- I'm a fan of CMP and always have been. And I understand this is AJH doing and up to him supposedly to clear up. Let just hope its taken care of sooner rather than later.
Boiler Up!
People need to understand that it is illegal for anyone to disclose information about a students grades or anyone's medical condition, without permission. It is PRIVATE. And it's just common courtesy to withold any personal information that the public does not need to know.
Why do people feel they have the absolute right to know anything and everything about a college student? I find it bizarre, but I suppose it's why gossip magazines at the grocery checkout are a thriving business.
It is obvious you are not a parent or a coach.
Go play with ISIS.
CMP Boilers
Or a Boiler.
Love to, but I won't start by benching my best aircraft carrier.
Um, no. It never occurred to him before because paying an NBA salary to a player for breaking team rules is, well, beyond incredibly stupid. Not to mention it's against NCAA rules and the laws of nature. But the idea seems like a great idea to you.