Louisville coach Rick Pitino did not show up to ACC media day because of the ongoing investigation into allegations of improper recruiting practices, including the use of escorts, within the basketball program. But since the school announced a self-imposed postseason ban for this season, keeping the current squad from the ACC or NCAA tournament, Pitino has been on the interview circuit.
First there was an extensive discussion with Sports Illustrated and on Tuesday, just hours after a hard-fought loss to Duke to Cameron Indoor Stadium, Pitino was on with ESPN's Mike & Mike to discuss the self-imposed punishment.