Smart gives a different book to each of the Golden Eagles' players around the holidays, and they are often motivational in theme.

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Marquette men's basketball coach Shaka Smart always talks about what he's learned from mentors. George Raveling is a famous basketball name that Smart mentions frequently. Billy Donovan is another.

Marquette men's basketball coach Shaka Smart always talks about what he's learned from mentors. George Raveling is a famous basketball name that Smart mentions frequently. Billy Donovan is another.