1. 2018 we went to the NCAA tournament back-to-back for the first time since the 1980s
2. We're ranked around #14 nationally in the way-to-early preseason polls
3. We have a lot of returning players
4. We have a coach that other schools wish they had - and there's no indication that Buzz has shown reciprocal interest. (Note: Schools mentioning they like Buzz does NOT constitute flirting on Buzz's part with those jobs).
5. We have young talent that should be around a while.
6. Buzz has upgraded the talent level in the program.
7. Attendance at home games is rising & the Cassell home court advantage is getting better.

Other than the angst on this board based on pure sky-is-falling doomsday speculation, the program is in quite good shape.