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Originally Posted by Nate1224hoops

You don't hear Beasley coach talking about his work ethic.

I'm not sure I should wade back into this thread, but I will to say two things: one, I think Hansbrough obviously has an incredible work ethic and drive. Absolutely agree. Is it the best the game has ever seen? Doubt it, but that doesn't mean he doesn't work really hard. Are there other guys out there up at 7 am in the gym on game day? Yes. Are there other, lesser-talented guys that work really hard and hustle like Tyler? I think probably so.

That said, he's done great things this year and deserves his awards. My only comment is that the extreme level of coverage of his "desire" and "heart" and "hustle" have created a bit of a backlash among basketball fans who don't think his POY Awards were a slam dunk.

As for the quote I highlighted above, Frank Martin has commented many, many times in the media this year that Michael Beasley has a terrific work ethic and comes to practice every day to compete. So, your statement is completely untrue.