Coaching Carousel

by jsams on May 6, 2009 9:24 AM PDT Comment 21 comments

We have the Avery Johnson interview where he says some absurd things about the Sixers roster.

John Langel, Doug Collins' longtime agent, told the Daily News unequivocally that neither he nor Collins had, in any way, contacted the Sixers, nor had there been any contact from the Sixers.

Langel said that he did not know the source of the speculation, but that even though Collins has consistently left the door open to a return to coaching, he would not pursue any situation that had a coach in place.

Langel made it clear that Collins wanted to avoid becoming what he termed "a distraction" similar to the media frenzy created during last season's playoffs.

"Certainly last year, he had an interest [in coaching]," Langel said. "He said if the right situation ever arose, he would be intrigued, but it would have to be the right situation, the right group of players. But he does not seek positions, particularly when someone is already in that position with a team; he has a good relationship with Tony DiLeo and has great respect for him and the job he has done.

"At this point, Doug is totally invested in his broadcasting career, but has, as he has done in the past, left the door open."

Doug Collins? His name came out of nowhere. What do we know about Collins besides he's a good TV analyst and he coached Michael Jeffery Jordan? Even with Michael Jordan, Collins has never won more than 54 games. However; are win totals a proper way to judge a head coach's ability?

We have the Eddie Jordan possibility.

While no interviews are known to have been scheduled, ex-Washington coach Eddie Jordan is still believed to be a top candidate along with former Phoenix and Seattle coach Paul Westphal.

The Kings may soon have competition for Jordan, whose name has been connected to the Philadelphia 76ers should interim coach Tony DiLeo leave his post to return to the team's front office.

Avery Johnson rumors, Doug Collins rumors, and Eddie Jordan rumors -- this has to mean Tony DiLeo is gone, right?

What do you guys think? I guess Eddie Jordan is my favorite by default, but not a single one of these candidates excite me.

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what about an European?

Ettore Messina, the current Italian coach of CSKA Moscow, has been recently linked to various NBA teams including Raptors, Kings and Nets and it is very likely he will be the first ever non american NBA coach. As an European I know him very well, he has won several league titles both in Italy and Russia and various Euroleagues. He has a wonderful basketball IQ, leadership and international experience. I believe he can do well in the NBA. Although I do not yet see the 76ers as keen to adapt to a more international style and there are no talks about hiring him, I believe Messina could really be an option for a fresh start.

by apfan on May 6, 2009 2:32 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I like it.

I’d have to do a little more research on him, but I’d much rather take a risk on a guy like that than someone like Doug Collins.

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by jsams on May 6, 2009 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

i definitely like that idea. kind of reminds me of what the suns did with d’antoni…. or not, idk i’m probably showing how naiive i am right now lol

http://www.libertyballers.com/

by Remis on May 6, 2009 6:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I want no one who has NO NBA coaching staff experience…I’m sorry…as someone said online today – let’s not hire someone to learn the job and then be a good coach – at least someone who has WORKED for a quality NBA coach – don’t waste elton brands contract and andre iguodalas prime years on a coach who has to learn it all

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 6, 2009 3:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

actually

no nba experience could be better than bad nba experience, furthermore the sixers are not likely to be a title contender next year, also considering the development needed by thad, marrese and others, so in my opinion there is time (also for a new coach) for adjustments.

by apfan on May 6, 2009 3:34 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Well that’s good – but you should trade elton brand immediately then instead of wasting him for the next 2 or 3 seasons…

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 6, 2009 6:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Tony D

I think he will be the coach for next year. I am not real fond of that as many are but I think money will be the issue, and that they will spend the money which should be used on coaching on a player or 2. Just my opinion but I believe I will be telling you I told you so!

And, please do not consider this as an endorsement of Tony but I do think there are alot worse coaches out there and w/ Elton needing to be integrated and all the issues last year, I just believe that will be the decision and why.

by DeanH on May 6, 2009 7:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

So if that happens I will then have to stop worrying.

It will prove to me that comcast doesn’t care about winning a title so I will know until new ownership takes over it doesn’t matter and I can stop caring.

At least clippers fans realized this about their team years ago.

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 6, 2009 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

There's no worse feeling.

Then having ownership who’s number one priority is something other than winning.

Liberty Ballers.com.

by jsams on May 6, 2009 8:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

It’s why I’m against corporate ownership in general – answerable to stock holders and profit margins…

sports teams owners should be about winning first and foremost and only – it’s like who has the bigger boat – just MUCH more expensive toys

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 6, 2009 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

In 4 years I'll have my MBA.

Hopefully your website becomes big. We can make it happen, dude. A Liberty Ballers owned team. We got Saul, a smart dude. We got Tanner, who could handle the PR. Why not?

We just gotta get really, really, really rich first.

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by jsams on May 6, 2009 8:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'll kick in 5$ for a minority stake

What will that kind of seed money get me?

http://www.phillyarena.com - Philly sports forum/blog

by tk76 on May 6, 2009 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

You can be in charge of the playoff beards.

Liberty Ballers.com.

by jsams on May 6, 2009 9:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Z-Z Top Night

http://www.phillyarena.com - Philly sports forum/blog

by tk76 on May 6, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I changed my mind about Tanner.

He’s the talent scout for the dance team.

Liberty Ballers.com.

by jsams on May 6, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

i will do that for free

and don’t worry you will be involved in the decisions

by tsteidel on May 6, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

It’s been a week right? We should get a decision on DiLeo today?

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 7, 2009 7:51 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Another name that has been recently tossed around

Is Chris Ford. What do you guys think? I know some people think that if management wasn’t on Iverson’s side he would of kept the job after he filled in for Ayers.

by The Legend on May 7, 2009 10:25 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I’d rather have Tony DiLeo back than Chris Ford…and he ‘would of’ kept the job if he wasn’t a rotten coach, god that Iverson thing, SO FRACKING OVER BLOWN

"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."

Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.

by jemagee on May 7, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs