MEMPHIS, Tenn. – In an illustrious, successful coaching career that has spanned three decades and included nearly 20 NCAA Tournament appearances and a national title, Tubby Smith has encountered practically every situation.
He has led teams to nine Sweet 16s. He has coached against friends, former assistants and former players..
He has, however, rarely had to deal with what he'll face at 11 a.m. Saturday at FedExForum.
When Smith's University of Memphis basketball team plays host to Loyola (Md.) in a late-morning matchup, sitting on the opposite sideline will be family. Smith's son, G.