The fact, and it is a fact, that program supporters are nearly equally split on the issue of stay or go; is a clear indication that it is time to go. If Pearl is suspended for one year, which is highly likely based on precedents of assistant coaches and in consideration of the AA's dim view of lying; they have lost two recruiting classes. Add another year or two to restore back to the point it was and you are now in 2015. As the losses mount, many in the keep Pearl group change their minds. The other group that want him to go now will only grow stronger and louder if the losses continue at the current or higher pace.
In the best interests of UT and its basketball program over the long term it is time to go IMO. If Pearl wants to restore his dignity with UT fans and supporters he should offer his resignation after the season with a lovely parting gift from MH to ease the pain.