I would really love a sincere argument as to how he isn't on the hot seat, and not just another petulant lashing-out post from you.
Assuming that he misses the Tournament again next year, that would be one in six years. That's not good enough at any power conference job. His predecessor was fired (with extreme prejudice) after three in six years. He also has a horrible Big Ten record, far worse than even Monson, who was dealing with sanctions.
I see no reasonable argument to keep him beyond next season without a Tournament appearance, and preferably even a win. You're whining based on your unfounded man-crush. The U can, will, and must do better. Pitino isn't good enough.