Next Head Coach- Discussion, Reports, & Rumors

62245 · Post #1 » by **62245** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:16 pm

who do you feel would be the perfect candidate to replace jackson next season ? and why

Jetset · Post #2 » by **Jetset** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:25 pm

We're not even thinking about this right now. We're still shocked at what happened yesterday.

But I think I can speak for most of us when I say it probably won't be Brian Shaw. The obliteration of this team under the Tri offense and the departure of Phil probably spells the end of the Tri. Only a veteran coach would stand a chance at getting the job, and the only credible coaches that are looking for a home are Rick Adelman and Jeff Van Gundy. I'm not sure who ends up with the job, but I'm sure it would be one of the two.

Gek · Post #3 » by **Gek** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:30 pm

If Jeff Van Gundy is a coach, can he also call our games?

ALL HAIL · Post #4 » by **ALL HAIL** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:33 pm

Because Kobe is still here, and will be here for the next few years, I still run the triangle.

I just run more within the triangle.

For this reason, I go with Brian Shaw, even though Adelman is very, very attractive.

sursidex3 · Post #5 » by **sursidex3** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:56 pm

I say scrap the triangle and bring in Adelman...I know the old school posters don't agree but I just feel like a change of offense will rejuvenate this team and Kobe especially.

RocketPower23 · Post #6 » by **RocketPower23** » Mon May 9, 2011 2:57 pm

I like for on offense in which Kobe no longer has to play the role of both facilitator and scorer. We talk about his wear and tear, look no further then having to play both of these roles for 10 or so years, it can become exhausting. Jordan towards the ends of his run almost exclusively became a scorer and had Pippen play the role of facilitator. The same thing has to happen here. Look at Boston, they do something similar as well. Pierce plays the role of scorer on that team, whereas Rondo is playing the role of facilitator/playmaker. Only in the fourth quarter does Pierce become the main decision maker for the C's. The same thing has to happen here with Kobe. Before this season I would have said someone like JVG, but believing we need a new offensive system in place, I say bring in Rick Adleman.

Jetset · Post #7 » by **Jetset** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:01 pm

G=K wrote:If Jeff Van Gundy is a coach, can he also call our games?

I don't see why not

whysoserious · Post #8 » by **whysoserious** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:09 pm

How about Jerry Sloan? Not sure he wants to coach a good but with a core of Kobe/Gasol/Bynum and retooling, it would probably be his best chance at a title.

ALL HAIL · Post #9 » by **ALL HAIL** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:12 pm

KB8MVP wrote:I like for on offense in which Kobe no longer has to play the role of both facilitator and scorer. We talk about his wear and tear, look no further then having to play both of these roles for 10 or so years, it can become exhausting. Jordan towards the ends of his run almost exclusively became a scorer and had Pippen play the role of facilitator. The same thing has to happen here. Look at Boston, they do something similar as well. Pierce plays the role of scorer on that team, whereas Rondo is playing the role of facilitator/playmaker. Only in the fourth quarter does Pierce become the main decision maker for the C's. The same thing has to happen here with Kobe. Before this season I would have said someone like JVG, but believing we need a new offensive system in place, I say bring in Rick Adleman.

This is exactly how I feel dude.

However, you can still run the triangle and give Kobe less responsibility at the same time (reference Jordan with Pippen).

Regardless of what offense is run, Kobe needs to continue to model his game after Jordan and move his game closer to the basket.

Kupchck or Buss, whoever is making the decisions, need to open up the lane by dumping one of the centers.

I still say Brian Shaw allows us ot make the smoothest transition (I love Adelman though).

If Shaw is coach he just needs to emphasize a faster pace.

Post #10 » by **Kilroy** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:38 pm

I personally kind of like the youth movement in the coaching ranks...

I just don't think Shaw is our guy...

So I think I'd look for a younger coach with some fire and determination.

I think the Triangle will always be a part of our offensive approach but we ran a conglomeration of things anyway, so I think a transition will be fairly simple.

Kobe leaves the Tri all the time so he's the last guy I think we need to worry about as far as keeping our offensive approach... But we need a system to fall back on whatever we do.

One thing's for sure, the Triangle is pretty much the only thing that kept Fisher relevant for so long...

So I want a coach with some vision, charisma, and toughness, that will inspire players to step up and stay up...

Gek · Post #11 » by **Gek** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:39 pm

I want to wait to see what Mitch does. If we keep our big three, I say Brian Shaw. If we trade one or two, get Rick in here.

Post #12 » by **Kilroy** » Mon May 9, 2011 3:43 pm

G=K wrote:I want to wait to see what Mitch does. If we keep our big three, I say Brian Shaw. If we trade one or two, get Rick in here.

I think Brian Shaw has to shoulder some of the blame for our poor performance...

I think the new coach should have a say in the talent that remains. So I think we should shake up the coaching staff first and then give the new regime what they need from the talent we have to compete.

RJM · Post #13 » by **RJM** » Mon May 9, 2011 4:22 pm

Mike Fratello, anyone?

Gek · Post #14 » by **Gek** » Mon May 9, 2011 4:33 pm

Is he still looking to coach? I thought he flamed out with that last Memphis stint he did.

/Edit - never mind he did well up until his last season.

scoobs07 · Post #15 » by **scoobs07** » Mon May 9, 2011 5:42 pm

I'm suprised nobody has mentioned D'antoni. I heard Jerry Buss wants the Lakers to return to the style of play they had in the 80s. Plus, D'antoni is Kobe's child hood hero, so I'm sure he will have no problem getting Kobe to listen to him. I would do this but make sure they hire a defensive coach as well.

Frantik · Post #16 » by **Frantik** » Mon May 9, 2011 9:45 pm

scoobs07 wrote:I'm suprised nobody has mentioned D'antoni. I heard Jerry Buss wants the Lakers to return to the style of play they had in the 80s. Plus, D'antoni is Kobe's child hood hero, so I'm sure he will have no problem getting Kobe to listen to him. I would do this but make sure they hire a defensive coach as well.

ewww! Hell No dude! D'antoni can stay his ass right where he is right now. I dislike his style and everything else. We Don't want that fella killing out defense especially when u have Bynum beginning to recognize his role as an enforcer.

Somebody give Coach K a call and make sure to send him some Fathers day gifts or something.

Ok coach K wont take the job...But seriously though... I would Really look at either Van Gundy, Hubie, or we go with somebody very young and unexpected... (that's if the job isnt already handed to Brian Shaw). I think there's something about guys who leave the coaching stands to do some game calling. They get to see what teams are doing right and what teams are doing wrong from a coach's perspective, and they are able to come in and make guys overachieve right away... Look at philly. I think Collins did a heck of a job with those guys.

Post #17 » by **Slava** » Mon May 9, 2011 9:58 pm

I'd suggest someone who hasn't gotten a ring yet. Sloan fits the bill. He should add the additional motivation and if we make roster changes I'd welcome some fresh faces who have more hunger than someone who's obviously reached their best accomplishments already.

Post #18 » by **dockingsched** » Mon May 9, 2011 10:10 pm

i don't think sloan would work. all reports point to having issues with deron for breaking the offense, can'r imagine he'd want to deal with kobe's habit of doing that.

i'd still like adelman if he could get kobe's support.

miggs · Post #19 » by **miggs** » Mon May 9, 2011 11:19 pm

If we're keeping the core in tact and simply re-tooling with adding some perimeters defenders and 3-pt shooters (which is what we NEED) then I'd prefer Brian Shaw as coach but... if the core is broken up then i am really liking the idea of bringing in Adelman. He seems to get so much out of his players, it's admirable.

Jetset · Post #20 » by **Jetset** » Mon May 9, 2011 11:39 pm

dcash4 wrote:i don't think sloan would work. all reports point to having issues with deron for breaking the offense, can'r imagine he'd want to deal with kobe's habit of doing that.

i'd still like adelman if he could get kobe's support.

Hopefully this decision and many more decisions will be made whether Kobe endorses them or not. I know he's the beloved figure of this franchise but if management questions anything Bryant suggests and feel they have a better solution, they should go with their instinct instead of trying to appease Kobe.