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Baylor, UCONN Fighting TAMPERING From College Basketball POWERHOUSES, Dan Hurley LOSING IT?

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Episode 669

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Dan Hurley's recent comments about other teams tampering with his players highlight a growing concern in college basketball, and it has direct relevance to programs like Baylor. Here's how:

• Transfer Portal and NIL Era:
  • The transfer portal and NIL deals have created a landscape where tampering is more prevalent. Players are now more easily accessible and incentivized to switch programs.   
• Competitive Landscape:
  • Teams are under immense pressure to maintain a competitive roster. This can lead to unethical practices like tampering.
• Baylor's Experience:
  • Baylor, like UConn, has built a successful program with talented players. They are therefore vulnerable to other teams attempting to lure their players away.
  • Baylor has had to deal with players entering the transfer portal, and NIL deals.
• Impact on Team Chemistry:
  • Tampering disrupts team chemistry and creates uncertainty. Players may become distracted, and team morale can suffer.
• Enforcement Challenges:
  • The NCAA faces challenges in effectively policing tampering. It's often difficult to gather concrete evidence.
• Protecting Program Stability:
  • Coaches like Hurley are speaking out to protect the stability of their programs and ensure a level playing field.

Hurley's comments serve as a reminder that tampering is a real threat, and programs like Baylor must be vigilant in protecting their players and maintaining their program's integrity.

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Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago