The search for a new coach results in Ryan Saunders (pg 11)

[Klomp]

It sure seems that, at minimum, Rosas will do his due diligence in finding a new coach. Doesn't sound like it'll just be handed to Saunders, even if he ultimately gets the job. It's the right thing to do.

So what are some names you think will or should be looked at?

[King Malta]

It will be interesting to see who interviews, listening to his chat with Barreiro it seems pretty clear that Rosas has a solid vision on how he wants this team to play (modern offense, pace and space, efficient shots etc) and I would expect this will greatly influence the candidates he interviews; coaches with established systems who don't fit into this vision won't get a look in IMO.

I expect some lesser known, younger guys to be prominent candidates. I feel like he probably sticks with Ryan, the process will be interesting though.

[Worm Guts]

I think he’ll talk to Saunders first, then decide if there’s going to be a full blown search. If he starts talking to other candidates, Saunders is probably gone.

[King Malta]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

[Klomp]

I think an interesting option could be JB Bickerstaff. Has history both here and with Rosas in Houston, and is quite good defensively. Maybe more of an assistant candidate, but it depends on how Rosas feels about him.

[Jedzz]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Some great teams were put together by a pair of guys who were all about abrasion. Checks and balances work great as long as there is respect and good communication.

[King Malta]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Some great teams were put together by a pair of guys who were all about abrasion. Checks and balances work great as long as there is respect and good communication.

The inverse is also true. I'm not saying it's impossible or even unlikely to achieve success with abrasive characters, I just don't feel like that's an approach that Rosas will favour based on what he's said in interviews.

[Jedzz]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Some great teams were put together by a pair of guys who were all about abrasion. Checks and balances work great as long as there is respect and good communication.

The inverse is also true. I'm not saying it's impossible or even unlikely to achieve success with abrasive characters, I just don't feel like that's an approach that Rosas will favour based on what he's said in interviews.

probably right

[Calinks]

It's incredibly unlikely but................... maybe Brad Stevens gets fired and we snatch him up. XD

[KGdaBom]

It sure seems that, at minimum, Rosas will do his due diligence in finding a new coach. Doesn't sound like it'll just be handed to Saunders, even if he ultimately gets the job. It's the right thing to do.

So what are some names you think will or should be looked at?

Joerger is obvious. Don't know who else.

[KGdaBom]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Those types can actually be pretty good. Musselman, Billy Martin in baseball. However, I think you are right. Harmony from top to bottom is what Rosas is looking for.

[Klomp]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Those types can actually be pretty good. Musselman, Billy Martin in baseball. However, I think you are right. Harmony from top to bottom is what Rosas is looking for.

How was Musselman good?

[KGdaBom]

I also feel that a guy like Joerger who has apparently had conflict with front offices won't be high up his list. He's spoken several times about alignment, being on the same page etc. Working closely and in a positive fashion with all areas of the organization is clearly a priority for him and I don't think he'll be looking for an abrasive character.

Those types can actually be pretty good. Musselman, Billy Martin in baseball. However, I think you are right. Harmony from top to bottom is what Rosas is looking for.

How was Musselman good?

Musselman in my estimation is the best basketball coach of all time. He got more out of less everywhere he went whether college, the minor league or the NBA. Loved him.

[Neeva]

If stevens becomes available should the wolves jump in?

[King Malta]

If stevens becomes available should the wolves jump in?

Oh for sure, but I highly doubt the C's are going to do that.

[Neeva]

If stevens becomes available should the wolves jump in?

Oh for sure, but I highly doubt the C's are going to do that.

They need to do something.

[Klomp]

They need to do something.

A coaching change wouldn't make it any more likely Kyrie stays, and Stevens is a coach I'd want for a team that's retooling after a star player departure.

[King Malta]

They need to do something.

A coaching change wouldn't make it any more likely Kyrie stays, and Stevens is a coach I'd want for a team that's retooling after a star player departure.

Agree. Plus, Ainge seems to be too smart to make a questionable move for the sake of change, don't see them sacking him.

[KGdaBom]

Dwayne CASEY WAS FIRED for winning Coach of the Year. Strange things happen.

[Klomp]

Dwayne CASEY WAS FIRED for winning Coach of the Year. Strange things happen.

I suppose we better talk about what we should do after we trade Towns for Dwight Howard then. After all, strange things happen....