College Sports Madness' Exclusive Interview with FIU Coach Isiah Thomas

FIU Head Basketball Coach Isiah Thomas

College Sports Madness' Exclusive Interview with FIU Coach Isiah Thomas

College Sports Madness writer Scott Brand sat down with FIU Head Coach and basketball legend Isiah Thomas to talk to about Isiah's transition into college basketball coaching.  Scott got to know Isiah a bit better with a College Sports Madness exclusive question and answer session.  Read Scott Brand's article about Isiah and his Florida International Team, "FIU’s Isiah Thomas Stepchild in South Florida’s Cluttered Sports Scene".


College Sports Madness: Who is the best basketball player today?

Isiah Thomas: Lebron James

College Sports Madness: Who is your favorite coach you played for?

IsiahThomas: Gene Pingatore, my high school coach.

College Sports Madness: What is your favorite city?

Isiah Thomas: Chicago.

College Sports Madness: Who was the best coach you played for?

Isiah Thomas: Bobby Knight

College Sports Madness: Who do you think is the best player of all time?

Isiah Thomas: A toss between Kareem Abdul Jabaar and Michael Jordan.

College Sports Madness: What is your favorite food?

Isiah Thomas: Popcorn.

College Sports Madness: Best movie?

Isiah Thomas: Godfather I & II.

College Sports Madness: Best musical performer?

Isiah Thomas: Michael Jackson.

College Sports Madness: Favorite way to spend time in Miami?

Isiah Thomas: People-watch.

College Sports Madness: Greatest strength?

Isiah Thomas: Compassion.