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Hurley: 'My Voice is Not Working' as ASU Falters
22 Jan
Summary
- Arizona State lost its seventh game in eight contests.
- Coach Hurley stated he cannot connect with his team.
- The team has struggled significantly at home recently.
Arizona State's basketball team, led by Head Coach Bobby Hurley, has experienced a significant downturn, losing seven of their last eight games. The most recent defeat came against West Virginia, with a final score of 75-63, further diminishing the Sun Devils' record to 10-9 overall and 1-5 in the Big 12. Coach Hurley admitted his inability to connect with the players, stating his "voice is not working with this group."
The team's performance at Desert Financial Arena has been particularly concerning, with Hurley noting they haven't played well at home in years. This home-court deficiency is a stark contrast to earlier seasons. Despite the team playing hard, a lack of commitment to listening and executing has led to critical losses, including a recent collapse where they surrendered a 13-point first-half lead.
Hurley, in the final year of his contract, has secured 178 wins, second-most in school history. However, recent struggles and a lack of NCAA Tournament success beyond the first round have cast a shadow over his tenure. The Sun Devils are set to host Cincinnati on Saturday, seeking to reverse their downward trajectory.
