Arizona coach Sean Miller had a press conference yesterday and was asked about Book Richardson’s name being brought up in the search for a new assistant at Kentucky. This is from the Tucson Citizen:
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The effectiveness of Miller’s system relies on the loyalty of his staff, which includes his brother [B][SIZE=3]Archie Miller[/SIZE][/B], [B][SIZE=3]James Whitford[/SIZE][/B] and [B][SIZE=3]Book Richardson[/SIZE][/B].
Richardson, a part of Miller’s staff for three years at Xavier and Arizona, has increasingly been mentioned for other positions, including the current vacancy at Kentucky. He already has rejected reported offers by St. John’s coach [B][SIZE=3]Steve Lavin[/SIZE][/B] and Rutgers coach [B][SIZE=3]Mike Rice[/SIZE][/B].
“We have a great staff that is very loyal,” Miller said. “Our staff knows that Arizona is a great place to coach and Tucson is a nice place to live.
“The coaching opportunities are flattering and they are to be expected. What’s best for the individual is what’s most important. That’s why it was good to see (former director of basketball operations) [B][SIZE=3]Jamall (Walker)[/SIZE][/B] get the opportunity to return to Ohio and be part of that coaching staff.”
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My take on Miller’s quotes is he isn’t going to hold anyone back if they want to leave for another job opportunity. Kentucky would be the job I think everyone would be contemplating if they were offered. It remains to be seen if Richardson will be offered, but I will let you know as soon as I found out.
