Dakich Receives Kiss of Death

It was bad enough for interim Hoosier coach Dan Dakich to coach what became his final game under the specter of the announcement by the university that it had formed a basketball coach search committee. Now this:

From the NY Daily News: HOOSIER DADDY? With Indiana eliminated from the NCAA Tournament, the school is expected to being a search for a new head coach. Former Hoosier player Dan Dakich is serving as the interim coach. Scott Skiles is scheduled to be interviewed for the job, but when one of Indiana’s most famous alums was asked if he has any interest, Thomas passed. “I would hope that they would keep Dan Dakich there,” Thomas said. “Dan has done a good job under some tough circumstances. “I’ll do everything I can to help and support the program in terms of financial resources and also helping them recruit players. I definitely would like to see Dakich keep the job.”

The support of Isaiah Thomas? The Great Destroyer?

So long Dakich. It's been good knowing you.