Monty Williams reportedly turned down a 'big-money offer' from the Pistons

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I know he missed majority of the season but I remember when Cade had so much hype. You would think coaches would be lining up to want to coach him.

[Snakebites]

We’re definitely the most unappealing open position.

I don’t blame him. I also didn’t particularly want him so…

I think we’re going to have to wait until most of the other open positions are filled before we hire someone. It’s like free agency where the big pieces move first.

[Big J]

Don’t blame him. Cade could be another Sam Bowie with the shin thing.

[NyKnicks1714]

We’re definitely the most unappealing open position.

I don’t blame him. I also didn’t particularly want him so…

I think we’re going to have to wait until most of the other open positions are filled before we hire someone. It’s like free agency where the big pieces move first.

Charlie Villanueva and Ben Gordon

[chilluminati]

Didn't want this glorified players coach anyway.

[Fo-Real]

He was probably afraid that Ayton could get traded there!!

[Snakebites]

We’re definitely the most unappealing open position.

I don’t blame him. I also didn’t particularly want him so…

I think we’re going to have to wait until most of the other open positions are filled before we hire someone. It’s like free agency where the big pieces move first.

Charlie Villanueva and Ben Gordon

There were no big pieces that offseason.

We were the only ones dumb enough to play little pieces like big ones.

[CIN-C-STAR]

What's Detroit's front office situation?
Is Casey running the show now?
I like their personnel but would be leery of the organization tbh. Correct me if I'm wrong but feels like they've had some bad management over the years.

[Snakebites]

What's Detroit's front office situation?
Is Casey running the show now?
I like their personnel but would be leery of the organization tbh. Correct me if I'm wrong but feels like they've had some bad management over the years.

Troy Weaver is the current GM.

Jury’s out on whether he’s done a good job with what he started with, but it’s definitely a stable situation.

Not sure what Casey’s FO role is, but he’s not running the show.

[NyKnicks1714]

We’re definitely the most unappealing open position.

I don’t blame him. I also didn’t particularly want him so…

I think we’re going to have to wait until most of the other open positions are filled before we hire someone. It’s like free agency where the big pieces move first.

Charlie Villanueva and Ben Gordon

There were no big pieces that offseason.

We were the only ones dumb enough to play little pieces like big ones.

I know it's not the same thing but still a fun shot to take

[Snakebites]

Charlie Villanueva and Ben Gordon

There were no big pieces that offseason.

We were the only ones dumb enough to play little pieces like big ones.

I know it's not the same thing but still a fun shot to take

Well I hope it was enjoyable for you.

[zeebneeb]

Not one Piston fan is surprised. The whole franchise is in a "prove it" situation right now.

As a Pistons fan, im just hoping that the bottom of the barrel of the coaching bin, has a diamond, hell, topaz in the rough that'll Jumpstart this turd. Otherwise, another 15 years will pass by like a fart in the wind.

[Flash4thewin]

I guess the first question is how much is "big money" because he is getting paid millions by the suns to just stay home.

[HoopsterJones]

Would’ve said yes if Wemby was incoming.

[NyKnicks1714]

Not one Piston fan is surprised. The whole franchise is in a "prove it" situation right now.

As a Pistons fan, im just hoping that the bottom of the barrel of the coaching bin, has a diamond, hell, topaz in the rough that'll Jumpstart this turd. Otherwise, another 15 years will pass by like a fart in the wind.

It really just sucks that a team like Detroit's only path to contending or even having a string of 1st and 2nd round exits is finding some gems in the draft and hoping those players fall in love with the team/city and stick around past their second deal when more desirable destinations are available to them. Basically a Giannis situation. We'll see what happens with Cleveland.

The new CBA maybe helps a little bit, but I really think the NBA needs to consider offsetting the massive advantages teams like Miami, LAL, LAC, and Golden State have in free agency. You need stars to win, and mid- and small-market cold-weather cities basically have two ways to do that when other teams have three. Then comes the matter of retaining them.

[Jadoogar]

Why are the pistons going after a big name coach? They will likely suck again next year, i would try to save money and get a development coach until these guys are ready to compete.

I like some of their players but there doesn't seem to be any logic in the team building. Just stock piling a ton of bigs with very few wings.

[NYPiston]

Oh goodie, kick us while we're down as if the 17 win season and ending up with the 5th freaking overall pick for those troubles isn't enough.

And yes, Detroit is one of the most undesirable locations for coaches and is easily the most undesirable of the current openings.

[NYPiston]

It really just sucks that a team like Detroit's only path to contending or even having a string of 1st and 2nd round exits is finding some gems in the draft and hoping those players fall in love with the team/city and stick around past their second deal when more desirable destinations are available to them. Basically a Giannis situation. We'll see what happens with Cleveland.

The new CBA maybe helps a little bit, but I really think the NBA needs to consider offsetting the massive advantages teams like Miami, LAL, LAC, and Golden State have in free agency. You need stars to win, and mid- and small-market cold-weather cities basically have two ways to do that when other teams have three. Then comes the matter of retaining them.

I wouldn't put Golden State in that category. They used to be one of the most undesirable locations because they were a perennial loser then they drafted and developed elite players and then magically became a desirable location when they started winning.
Outside of L.A. and Miami, most franchises need to be winners to become an attractive destination. I don't think city has much to do with it tbh, look at the Knicks as a prime example.

[NyKnicks1714]

It really just sucks that a team like Detroit's only path to contending or even having a string of 1st and 2nd round exits is finding some gems in the draft and hoping those players fall in love with the team/city and stick around past their second deal when more desirable destinations are available to them. Basically a Giannis situation. We'll see what happens with Cleveland.

The new CBA maybe helps a little bit, but I really think the NBA needs to consider offsetting the massive advantages teams like Miami, LAL, LAC, and Golden State have in free agency. You need stars to win, and mid- and small-market cold-weather cities basically have two ways to do that when other teams have three. Then comes the matter of retaining them.

I wouldn't put Golden State in that category. They used to be one of the most undesirable locations because they were a perennial loser then they drafted and developed elite players and then magically became a desirable location when they started winning.
Outside of L.A. and Miami, most franchises need to be winners to become an attractive destination. I don't think city has much to do with it tbh, look at the Knicks as a prime example.

You're right, they weren't there before, but they're there now. It's a great destination for stars between good weather, decent nightlife, financial opportunities with Silicon Valley (anyone can invest in anything from anywhere, but the proximity helps and IIRC it was part of what drew KD there).

And yes, the Knicks also struggle to compete with those teams for free agents, but they're still better off than a lot of other places. They got Melo via trade, but he wanted the Knicks. They signed an all-star caliber player in Brunson. Brooklyn, a team in the same market with little history was able to sign KD and Kyrie.

Creating a winning culture is important as you said, but it's just easier to do that in some cites than others.

[CS707]

It really just sucks that a team like Detroit's only path to contending or even having a string of 1st and 2nd round exits is finding some gems in the draft and hoping those players fall in love with the team/city and stick around past their second deal when more desirable destinations are available to them. Basically a Giannis situation. We'll see what happens with Cleveland.

The new CBA maybe helps a little bit, but I really think the NBA needs to consider offsetting the massive advantages teams like Miami, LAL, LAC, and Golden State have in free agency. You need stars to win, and mid- and small-market cold-weather cities basically have two ways to do that when other teams have three. Then comes the matter of retaining them.

I wouldn't put Golden State in that category. They used to be one of the most undesirable locations because they were a perennial loser then they drafted and developed elite players and then magically became a desirable location when they started winning.
Outside of L.A. and Miami, most franchises need to be winners to become an attractive destination. I don't think city has much to do with it tbh, look at the Knicks as a prime example.

It's a little more nuanced than that for GS. The change in ownership was big, as was the move to SF, which opened up the market for the organization financially and perception wise as well. All things equal, cities like LA and NY still have a leg up on the Bay Area, but the ability and willingness should go a long way in mitigating that gap.