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[QUOTE="kcsu, post: 2009046, member: 528"]
They quit. JB lost the team that night. I dont think he has lost them for the year yet. He should meet with every player individually and have an open discussion about their issues concerns and expectations. In return he needs to convey his expectations of them as players and more importantly teammates. At that point in the event that there is any negative bs or discontent from any player going forward that player should be shown the door. 
If it were my team i would change my substitution pattern as well. Lets take Frank as example. He would be told baring fouls or injury that i want you to play your heart out and im going with you until the 10 minute mark. Play hard no need to look over your shoulder. The same with each starter. At that 10 minute mark i would substitute for him sit him next to me and coach him. For each critical comment i would try my best to offer a positive. 
My point is confidence building. The team is loaded with talent. As much as we have had in years. They lack confidence and heart. By clearly laying out expectations,and by defining their playing time they might just play looser and harder. I played for a hall of fame coach who employed this approach one year as we were deep. It worked. This is for a different reason but it may work
What i do know is that Jims fear motivation approach is not working with this group. They are playing way to tight and need to regain their confidence.
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