'I'd never thought I coach against Coach Izzo': Oats prepares to face idol

[James Benedetto]

The Nate Oats at Romulus High School, would not believe what his future self would be doing a mere two decades later — coaching against Michigan State's Tom Izzo.

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Alabama basketball head coach Nate Oats discussed his upcoming matchup against Michigan State.

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[BamaNavyCPO]

I hope Oats isn't in such awe of Izzo that he forgets to coach to win. If our shooting is on, we can play with anyone. I think the energy will be there. I just hope the refs let em play and don't take over the game like they did last night in Creighton v. Arkansas.

 

[winin11]

I hope Oats isn't in such awe of Izzo that he forgets to coach to win. If our shooting is on, we can play with anyone. I think the energy will be there. I just hope the refs let em play and don't take over the game like they did last night in Creighton v. Arkansas.

I think CNO is so competitive that he really wants this win badly.

 

[Charlie Tango]

I think CNO is so competitive that he really wants this win badly.

Exactly what happened too.