Navigation: Jump to content areas:

Network Bar & Login
Section Navigation
Main Blog Content
Secondary Sidebar: Links to Recent Stories, FanPosts and FanShots
Masthead

Around SBN: Tottenham's Plans for Northumberland Stadium Approved

Coaching Search Still Not Over

by Tom Ziller on Jun 13, 2007 7:02 AM PDT in News

Like a damn zombie, this long coaching search just will not die. Sam Amick on his Bee blog:

Just when I thought this thing was finally wrapping up, there is reason to believe the Maloofs aren't as high on Scott Brooks as they led me to believe Monday in Las Vegas. Now based on our conversation, I find it hard to believe that something didn't happen between then and now to sway their opinions. Heck, maybe they read some of the reader feedback to the story or the Internet chatter this morning, much of which was negative about the prospect of Brooks as the next Kings coach. Or maybe they still think there's a candidate out there who can not only win games, but sell tickets with some style (Reggie Theus hopes that's the case). All of a sudden, it's all quiet again and the idea of other candidates being considered and/or re-interviewed seems likely.

I had prepared a good portion of a column on how I was happy with Brooks but very discouraged by the process it took to get here. Needless to say, I'm a bit more discouraged this morning -- not because I think Brooks is Auerbach-in-waiting, but because this thing will never end.

All told, it's not the length specifically that gives me hives. It's the passive-aggressive nature of it. Geoff Petrie interviewed seven dudes in six days. Then, nothing for two weeks. Then two interviews in two days. Nothing for a day... then an all-out sprint to get a guy whose pretty much spoken for. It makes me think someone doesn't know what they're doing. That's frightening, obviously.

I feel for Brooks -- it looked cinched yesterday, right?

Who knows where this thing goes from here. Maybe... Terry Porter? (Every time a de-facto winner gets pushed aside, I'm going to say Terry Porter's name. I pray this is the last time.)

Tweet Comment 22 comments | 0 recs |

Do you like this story?

Comments

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

It's also frustrating to think that we're going to be drafting players without a keen idea of which type of offense we're going to run. Seems like bad management to me.

by misterbrister on Jun 13, 2007 8:53 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

At this point it is a singular player (not players)that are being drafted and do you really think that anyone drafted at 10 is going to drastically change any offense the Kings might run? Now if Petrie is going to wheel-and-deal (I'm sure most of us are hoping that is so) then perhaps your statement might ring more true.

by Mityt on Jun 13, 2007 10:01 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I dont think it matters what kind of offense you run. I also don't think it matters what kind of preferred offense the coach has. Nate McMillan prefers an open court type of style but plays halfcourt with the Blazers because that's the style they're best suited for.

I think the real problem is that every time there is a viable candidate the Maloof's are going back & forth on this decision. It's time to show some real leadership. Not some wishy washy half ass on the fence gamesmanship that's fine if youre on ESPN playing at the WSOP. It doesn't do a damn thing if you're owning a team with serious decisions, regardless of the hiring of this head coach, one way or another.

The topsy turvey feel of all this is making me wonder how much control Geoff does have.

I had prepared a good portion of a column on how I was happy with Brooks but very discouraged by the process it took to get here. Needless to say, I'm a bit more discouraged this morning -- not because I think Brooks is Auerbach-in-waiting, but because this thing will never end.

If TZ is discouraged about this process how can any of us feel any better about it at this point? Wasn't a problem, that seemed to be somewhat fixed by the firing of Musselman, meddling on the Maloof's part? Why is there still meddling going on? Ugh, I'm not sure who i hate worse anymore. The Maloof's or Billy Beane. They are getting very close to a severe death match of stupidity.

I am the stone that the builder refused I am the visual, the inspiration That made Lady Sing the Blues..I'm the spark that makes your idea bright...

by pookeyguru on Jun 13, 2007 10:06 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

We're basing the Maloofs flip flopping on Sam Amick saying he go the IMPRESSION that they would have made the move by now? For God's sake now we're just making random speculation. Until I hear the Maloofs or Petrie say Brooks won't be getting the job, I'm still just going ot sit here and believe the the Bee jumped the gun in favor of a news story. Because they totally haven't done that before.

by Muff209 on Jun 13, 2007 10:39 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Thank you, all this speculation is ridiculous. But it does give everyone a brand new chance to bash the Maloofs!

Is there some problem with this group taking their time finding the right coach? I mean, is Scott Brooks so exceptionally qualified to be a head coach that the franchise shouldn't thoroughly explore all their options?

by otis29 on Jun 13, 2007 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I love/hate the Maloofs as much as the next fan, however, I am not in full out panic mode... yet. It really is ideal to take the proper time to pick a coach, yet they have been working on this process for months now. I would like to see them at least have a coach in place by the draft, which is getting closer and closer by the day. Not necessarily to draft someone who will 'fit' their scheme, but mainly for continuity. Its just a very unprofessional move to bring in a new employee (draftee) when there's no boss around.

by moproblemz on Jun 13, 2007 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I agree.

Where is the Terry Porter interview then? Or other prospective coaches for that matter.

If not Brooks, then who?

by dalt99 on Jun 13, 2007 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Well said, Otis.

I heard GP on the afternoon show 2 - 3 weeks ago, and he was clear that there would be no rush - that they would speak to as many candidates as they thought necessary. When pressed for a deadline, he did say that it would be preferable to have a coach by draft day, but even that wasn't a priority over finding the right fit for the organization.

As a fan - and a non-expert - I certainly feel more comfortable with a methodical approach than a rush job. And as a person that has made more than a few hiring decisions, I also very much like seeing somebody AT LEAST 2 times before giving the green light. (Seeing a candidate in a variety of settings with different people present makes it much more difficult for a candidate to hide behind BS.)

by Kusian on Jun 13, 2007 12:39 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I'm not basing anything on Sam Amick. It's just that this has happened consistently since the Maloof's taking control. The ron artest trade wasn't a flip flop back and forth type of deal?

What about the quick hiring of Musselman after claiming to want to go and find a coach after a thorough search? They didn't even wait until all the candidates they could have interviewed were ready. In general this whole process is frustrating. It's one thing to have due diligence. It's quite another to have not a clue. I think this coaching search is going to be quickly headed towards the latter if things don't change.

I am the stone that the builder refused I am the visual, the inspiration That made Lady Sing the Blues..I'm the spark that makes your idea bright...

by pookeyguru on Jun 13, 2007 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Again, this smacks of the usual "all bad things are the result of the Maloofs intereference and all good things come from the mind of Petrie".

I just don't get it - how is this coaching search out of the norm for anything Geoff Petrie does? It's perfectly in character - slow, methodical, and tight lipped.

There are clearly not a lot of slam-dunk candidates out there right now, so I have no problem with the team taking it's time finding the right guy.

I think you all are just bored.

by otis29 on Jun 13, 2007 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I do enjoy hearing Rick Barry's name pop up in the comments section of the Sac Bee. Can you imagine? Someone would probably go Sprewell on him.

by otis29 on Jun 13, 2007 12:53 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Oh yes lord petrie the perfect. What was I thinking to criticize ownership for things that they, and not petrie himself, would be responsible for? On the same token has anybody here ever blamed the Maloofs for anything that they didn't have direct responsibility with? Who is blaming the Brothers at this point for drafting Quincy Douby? Last I checked nobody did. This isn't about Geoff vs the Brothers. This is about who has control and who SHOULD have control. There's a difference. You think ownership entitles them to do what they want fine. You can think that. The NBA will chew them up in a hot minute like every other owner who didn't bother to learn personnel. Most owners who understand personnel actually were personnel men before they became owners though. Jerry Colangelo being the brightest (and lone) example off the top of my head in the NBA.

I am the stone that the builder refused I am the visual, the inspiration That made Lady Sing the Blues..I'm the spark that makes your idea bright...

by pookeyguru on Jun 13, 2007 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Come on pookey, you will probably deny it but your reflex is to blame the Maloofs at the drop of a hat. And in this case, you are doing it simply because the hiring is not getting done as quickly as you like. You complain that they were too impulsive last year, but too slow this year. Petrie even stated that they'd like to have a coach before the draft, but it wasn't a necessity.

The problem here could be the Maloofs or it could be Petrie, or it could be no problem at all. Why rush into it? Is Scott Brooks in danger of getting swooped up by another team...and would it be the end of the world if he doesn't get the job?

And for all we know, Petrie might be a better evaluator of player talent than coaching talent. His ability to pick a decent head coach is completely unknown at this point. Has he ever successfully picked a coach outside of just giving his buddy Adelman a job?

Again, I think everyone is bored waiting for something to happen...either on the trade front, the coaching front, or via the draft. Which in turn leads to wild speculation on who's running the show. It's ridiculous.

by otis29 on Jun 13, 2007 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Well, if they really wanted to sell papers... they would've put this story in their paper version, right? It's only on Sam's blog.

by Tom Ziller on Jun 13, 2007 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

I also don't get what the big holdup is. Like what was said above, Petrie interviewed 7 people, then some people had a second interview, and now we need to either pick one of the guys who had a second interview or go find someone else to bring into the process quickly. What's the holdup at this point?

by thekangarooster on Jun 13, 2007 11:25 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Maybe the holdup is...gulp... PJ Chokisimo. It would be a fitting hire as PJ always mops-up after Adelman.

PS announcement:I am mityt and I do not endorse the hiring of PJ.

by Mityt on Jun 13, 2007 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

i wouldn't mind having carlisimo. he has been a long time on the poppovich bench and we have seen two coaches come off of that bench and get to the finals in two straight years (Avery Johnson & Mike Brown).

maybe we would actually be a decent defensive team with a pop type of guy (of course if we got pj, artest would have to go). the mavs were a horrible defensive team, worse than us, and then along comes a pop guy in avery and they get to the championship. mike brown has a superstar in lebron and no one else. without his pop style defense they wouldn't have sniffed the finals.

pj should get a second chance somewhere.

when will the Kenny Thomas Reign of Terror end?!!??

by diehardkingsfan5 on Jun 13, 2007 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

One of the frustrating things for me is the lack of information coming from the Maloofs and Petrie. Of all the NBA cities' fans, we are just about the most understanding. If they would just come out and let us know what is going on it would really keep all of us from doing any wild speculating. Of course, they can't tell us everything but just let us know why no Terry Porter. Do they just feel he is not right? If TP is a possible candidate just come out and say he is not ruled out yet.

I get tired of the same ol' stuff from the Maloofs. "We think he's great." or "This guy is amazing and really impressive." or "He's a great interview. He is an overacheiver", or "It's Petrie's decision (but we still have to meet and approve of him)". blah blah blah

Tell us how he will improve the Kings. In general of course. Does he have an interesting idea about our players. Does he have an idea about defense. Did he mention who he would like to draft?

Whatever, just give us something. Same with Petrie. I know they can't go into specifics like names of who they would hire or draft or trade or what specific things they like or don't like about things.

Grr, just hire a coach already.

by dalt99 on Jun 13, 2007 11:34 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Well said. The lack of information is what's most bothersome. It's like they (petrie/maloofs) keep sending out smoke screen after smoke screen after smoke screen. It's really frustrating at this point.

I am the stone that the builder refused I am the visual, the inspiration That made Lady Sing the Blues..I'm the spark that makes your idea bright...

by pookeyguru on Jun 13, 2007 8:17 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Yes...it is frustrating for sure.

But I get the impression that Petrie wants to be as deliberate as possible.....especially after the fiasco of last year that was the Muss.I think he gains more power in dealing with the impulsiveness of the Maloofs. Like he's keeping 'a rein on 'em from over-compensating one way or the other.

I had to snicker seeing pj mentioned...there would be an irony to that, no?

But the one I'd really to see sneak in is Porter. & coachie right back to Sactown with him.

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/rhondda

by Rhondda Nunes on Jun 13, 2007 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

Now convince otis I'm not the only one who doesn't trust the maloof's. Then you're absolutely golden. Going to UCLA doesn't get that for ya. :P

I am the stone that the builder refused I am the visual, the inspiration That made Lady Sing the Blues..I'm the spark that makes your idea bright...

by pookeyguru on Jun 13, 2007 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions

Re: Coaching Search Still Not Over

hmmmmm....yes, about that:Pookey can you contact me at my website?

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/rhondda

by Rhondda Nunes on Jun 17, 2007 8:30 PM PDT up reply actions

Comments For This Post Are Closed

User Tools

Welcome to Sactown Royalty, the best community of Sacramento Kings fans in the universe. That's not my opinion; it's scientific fact.

FanPosts

Community blog posts and discussion.

Recommended FanPosts

Why #SayYes?

by M_Shady about 14 hours ago

6 comments | 10 recs

H0zca7s150tca95sfjscanfe1ybca7g7ohsca7s2phecadcfkcgcavang23cazdt3fpca3lwbl6ca97c92mcagt08cqca9mblmqcatpyt5lcano3ozbcapa2qy9caf2uy7ocaatxycicazwnb2scahv7ame_small

A Kings Fan's Guide To Yiddish

by betweentheeyes 1 day ago

37 comments | 25 recs

Demarcus-cousins-cho_small

A Micromoment in Time

by Slam_Dunk 4 days ago

30 comments | 17 recs

Demarcus-cousins-kentucky-university-gestures-after-being-selected-the-sacramento-kings-the-fifth-overall-pick-the-2010-nba-draft-new-york_small

Just rewatched the game on TNT after being there....

by HeuristicLineup 4 days ago

8 comments | 20 recs

Webber_in_tuxedo_small

A Story Within the Enemy Camp

by Schneezel 6 days ago

22 comments | 28 recs

Recent FanPosts

This Week's Asinine Trade Thread, February 12-20

by KevinSalvadori 2 days ago

52 comments | 3 recs

Here's to hoping for the best

by Cincy Kings Fan 3 days ago

8 comments | 1 recs

S113399682030553_3084_small

Fan from a Far

by KINGKENJI 4 days ago

2 comments | 4 recs

This will not make Webber apologists happy

by LionTech 4 days ago

41 comments

TNT Telecast, ESC facts, and ... Peaches

by R-Man 4 days ago

1 comments

Keon_clark_small

Do We Need a Pass-First PG?

by KeonClark 4 days ago

42 comments

+ New FanPost All FanPosts >

Recent Posts

Copyright © 2012 Vox Media, Inc. All rights reserved.

Newsletter Signup About Us Frequently Asked Questions Terms of Use Privacy Policy Guiding Principles Advertise With Us Contact Us

Certain photos copyright © 2012 by Associated Press or Getty Images. Any commercial use or distribution without the express written consent of Associated Press and Getty Images is strictly prohibited.

OpenCalais - Powered by Thomson Reuters • Odds Shark