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(03-19-2013 09:00 PM)rath v2.0 Wrote:  I root against him actively. Then again, I tend to root agaist racist doosh nozzles.

Funny, people that root for him don't bother me a bit. To each his own.

That's pretty much it...

I won't root for the guy a bit. But, AK definitely did a good coaching job this year.

As for Henderson... well, what can you say about that

Only a matter of time before some backlash was directed at AK...

3. Marshall Henderson -- not coach Andy Kennedy -- is running the show at Ole Miss. Seriously, do the Rebels have any rules for their shooting guard? Last week, Henderson called other SEC coaches "losers." He trash-talks opposing fans; he flipped off the crowd at the Sprint Center after Ole Miss' loss to La Salle on Sunday; and he has to have an "escort" sit with him during interviews to make sure he doesn't mouth off. A lot of good that's doing. Kennedy, though, hardly seems bothered. On Friday, just hours after Ole Miss defeated Wisconsin, Henderson was photographed at a sports bar across the street from the arena. The pictures spread like wildfire on Twitter. There were 31 other teams that won round-of-64 games. How many of their players were photographed in similar situations? When asked about Henderson's postgame activities, Kennedy noted that Henderson was 22 years old and said he didn't make the player "recite his ABCs backwards" when he returned to the hotel, also noting that Henderson was attentive in a 10 p.m. meeting. The comment made Kennedy look foolish. Other coaches and administrators in Kansas City were laughing at him behind his back. Henderson (who averaged 20.1 points per game) might have saved Kennedy's job, but he's damaging his reputation.

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(03-27-2013 10:57 AM)apoe Wrote:  Only a matter of time before some backlash was directed at AK...

3. Marshall Henderson -- not coach Andy Kennedy -- is running the show at Ole Miss. Seriously, do the Rebels have any rules for their shooting guard? Last week, Henderson called other SEC coaches "losers." He trash-talks opposing fans; he flipped off the crowd at the Sprint Center after Ole Miss' loss to La Salle on Sunday; and he has to have an "escort" sit with him during interviews to make sure he doesn't mouth off. A lot of good that's doing. Kennedy, though, hardly seems bothered. On Friday, just hours after Ole Miss defeated Wisconsin, Henderson was photographed at a sports bar across the street from the arena. The pictures spread like wildfire on Twitter. There were 31 other teams that won round-of-64 games. How many of their players were photographed in similar situations? When asked about Henderson's postgame activities, Kennedy noted that Henderson was 22 years old and said he didn't make the player "recite his ABCs backwards" when he returned to the hotel, also noting that Henderson was attentive in a 10 p.m. meeting. The comment made Kennedy look foolish. Other coaches and administrators in Kansas City were laughing at him behind his back. Henderson (who averaged 20.1 points per game) might have saved Kennedy's job, but he's damaging his reputation.

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In 2012 his probation was revoked after testing positive for alcohol, marijuana and cocaine.

(04-01-2013 07:57 AM)BearcatsUC Wrote:  

(03-27-2013 10:57 AM)apoe Wrote:  Only a matter of time before some backlash was directed at AK...

3. Marshall Henderson -- not coach Andy Kennedy -- is running the show at Ole Miss. Seriously, do the Rebels have any rules for their shooting guard? Last week, Henderson called other SEC coaches "losers." He trash-talks opposing fans; he flipped off the crowd at the Sprint Center after Ole Miss' loss to La Salle on Sunday; and he has to have an "escort" sit with him during interviews to make sure he doesn't mouth off. A lot of good that's doing. Kennedy, though, hardly seems bothered. On Friday, just hours after Ole Miss defeated Wisconsin, Henderson was photographed at a sports bar across the street from the arena. The pictures spread like wildfire on Twitter. There were 31 other teams that won round-of-64 games. How many of their players were photographed in similar situations? When asked about Henderson's postgame activities, Kennedy noted that Henderson was 22 years old and said he didn't make the player "recite his ABCs backwards" when he returned to the hotel, also noting that Henderson was attentive in a 10 p.m. meeting. The comment made Kennedy look foolish. Other coaches and administrators in Kansas City were laughing at him behind his back. Henderson (who averaged 20.1 points per game) might have saved Kennedy's job, but he's damaging his reputation.

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In 2012 his probation was revoked after testing positive for alcohol, marijuana and cocaine.

Quote:Joey Knight ‏@JoeyHomeTeam 11m
Positively shocking RT @SportsCenter Ole Miss senior G Marshall Henderson has been suspended indefinitely for violation of team rules.

Nothing says you are in timeout like the indefinite suspension in early July.

Pot and a little blow in his car at a traffic stop.

Over under on how many games he misses is zero.

Ole Miss star needs to face his problems
July, 11, 2013

Ole Miss' staff knew that Marshall Henderson needed help.

He needed someone outside of the department and university to talk with him, so the Rebels sought out Chris Herren, the former NBA and Fresno State guard who famously battled drug and alcohol addiction while playing.


Marshall Henderson led Ole Miss to the NCAAs this past season, but he's been engulfed in controversy both on and off the court. AP Photo/John Bazemore

Herren, who has written about his struggles in a "Basketball Junkie: a Memoir" and was the subject of a 30-for-30 documentary called, "Unguarded,'' has become one of the most coveted motivational speakers for college and professional teams this past year.

According to multiple sources, an Ole Miss assistant coach called Herren about six weeks ago and gave him Henderson's phone number. Herren called Henderson, left a message and expected a return call. But Henderson never called back.

Due to privacy issues, neither Herren nor Ole Miss can discuss their reason for trying to connect. But ESPN and multiple media reports confirmed Wednesday that the rising senior guard and the SEC's leading scorer from last season was suspended indefinitely for failing multiple drug tests.

This isn't the first time Henderson has dealt with controversy. The NCAA reprimanded the 6-foot-2 guard in June for making an "inappropriate gesture" once the Rebels lost to La Salle in the third round of the NCAA tournament. He was also arrested in 2009 and 2011 and served time in jail after the second arrest due to a violation of probation. And USA Today reported that last season, prior to joining Ole Miss, Henderson had tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. Before Ole Miss, he spent time at multiple schools.

This past season, Henderson led the Rebels to an NCAA tournament upset win over Wisconsin, which followed a shocking SEC tournament title victory over Florida. Ole Miss hadn't made the NCAA tournament since 2002, and it rewarded coach Andy Kennedy with a new four-year contract extension for that postseason run.

Herren couldn't discuss Henderson's case when reached by phone late Wednesday night. But he did say, "I'd be more than happy to take a phone call any hour of the day. I'm around 24/7 for that.''

Herren also tried to reach Henderson through Twitter this morning:

Quote: CHRIS HERREN @c_herren

Enough on the Marshall Henderson suspension ..The kid is obviously battling a beast ...PRAY FOR HIM !!
8:37 AM - 11 Jul 2013

There is anonymity involved in a recovery from addiction. But Herren said a player who is battling an addiction "needs to step away for some time.''

College athletes tend to minimize the effects of marijuana use. Herren said marijuana has become this generation's alcohol. Herren can work with Henderson on preventing drug use and from throwing away his dream to play in the NBA or even professionally overseas.

Herren works with players in group sessions and one-on-one private sessions. He is scheduled to go to Ole Miss sometime in the fall to talk to the Rebels.

Herren was well aware of the comparisons people were making between Henderson and himself.

He was Marshall Henderson. He had been there and done that. He tried to beat the system. But he was beating himself the entire time. Those latter two sentences are his words, and he has used them over and over again.

Herren got help from outside sources for his drug addiction, which included visiting a rehab facility in Utah during his Fresno State career. The problem was too much for Fresno State to handle.

Ole Miss may be doing its best to help Henderson. And it should. The Rebels shouldn't completely dismiss him as an individual with a drug problem without offering assistance. There should be suspensions for games/practices, and there should be athletic department and academic punishments.

He may never play college basketball again. And the NBA may not have been enamored by his skill set since he was a streaky shooter. His character issues and failed drug tests, let alone his propensity to challenge opponents and fans, are a major red flag for the NBA. He might be able to get a gig overseas.

But if Henderson is completely tossed aside without any kind of help, it could be an abusive situation again.

"I believe, in my heart, it's much better to have an outside source, not connected to the school, to help someone,'' Herren said.

Henderson will need to own up to his own mistakes and addiction and realize what he must do to straighten out his life before he throws it all away.

Herren made a terrific point in saying the professional career is simply a head start. Most players are done by the age of 30 or by their mid-30s, and then they have two-thirds of their lives left to live.

"There are a lot of Chris Herrens who never made it,'' Herren said. "I'm blessed with a second chance in life.''

Many athletes don't get second chances. Henderson can still overcome his latest setback. A source with direct knowledge of the situation said Henderson can come back if he meets certain conditions. The door is not closed. Based on the latest drug test suspension, he would likely be suspended for the beginning of the season if he met those conditions.

Henderson has another chance. But he first needs to acknowledge a problem. And then he can work his way back.

Herren is waiting for him. He just needs to pick up his cell phone and call.

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3-point shot: Ole Miss star may return
July, 26, 2013

By Andy Katz | ESPN.com

1. Ole Miss coach Andy Kennedy, appearing on our ESPNU Katz Korner special Thursday night, still hasn't ruled out a return for Marshall Henderson. Henderson is suspended after a violation of team rules (ESPN and media reports cited a failed drug test). But there doesn't seem to be any indication that Henderson has played his last game for the Rebels. If Henderson can stay straight and behave over the next few months, as well as handle all of his requirements that are being placed on him, then don't be surprised at all if he returns to the Rebels in some form next season. That doesn't mean he wouldn't have any kind of game suspension. But I didn't get the idea that Henderson is done playing for the Rebels -- yet.

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