Texas Tech basketball finally appeared to be back on solid footing under the guidance of Hall of Fame coach Tubby Smith. However, Smith left for Memphis last week leading to the hiring of former Texas Tech assistant coach Chris Beard as the new head coach.
So, now the debate begins; would Texas Tech be better off had Smith stayed or is the future brighter with Beard?
After nine years of futility, the Texas Tech basketball program seemed to be on uptick following this season’s NCAA Tournament appearance. However, after the sudden departure of Tubby Smith, the man who turned the Red Raider basketball program from a dumpster fire into a winner in only three years, many are certain to wonder if Texas Tech is actually better off under the guidance of Chris Beard.