This team is all about family. The bond developed between Rick and Thibs, with young Jalen on the sidelines.

The CAA family—Leon, Wes, Sam, Brunson, and Thibs. The Villanova family.

It’s why Jalen took less, why Mikal will follow, and why a championship will come.

Thibs is their guy; he earned it. The man may mismanage minutes, but no one works harder, is more prepared, or is more suited for the team that Leon built.

He’s going to really enjoy himself this season.

We deserved.