re: VCU beat writer Cody Stewart says Wade probably staying at VCU because LSU taking its time

From the Clemson message board (no confirmation on the accuracy of this info):

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We heard yesterday that there was a big meeting of "the suits" and that a decision had been made regarding Brownell. At the time, I was told that a buyout had been negotiated, and that Brad was out the door. Then we all started hearing the rumors last night that Clemson was interested in Will Wade....

I was told that Wade used Clemson as leverage for another deal. That Wade has no interest in returning to Clemson, and views this job as a mid-major in a big conference with zero upside. He wants to follow in Shaka's footsteps and get a "big" job.

Once that was known, things changed in the proverbial landscape and Brad was retained.

Keep in mind, this isn't confirmed, but it's things I have heard from both sides. Seems to make sense.

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Is the purported "other deal" with LSU, VCU, or some mystery program (perhaps Oklahoma St.)?

Personally, I think the "LSU talking to Crean" info was leaked by LSU in an effort to leverage Wade