Some good nuggets in there.

Is it just me or do opposing coaches seem to have a ton of respect for Bucky. For new kid, he's made a big impression quickly.

Good stuff. Very complimentary of A&M - "most connected team we've played." With Bucky coaching so long in Alabama, first high school at Mountain Brook near Birmingham and then college at Samford, I assume he made a lot of connections in the southeast. Suspect his basketball knowledge and unassuming personality impressed people and won friends. Up and coming high school and small college coaches see a role model and wonder, "Why not me?" Experienced college coaches like Mike White know and respect him.