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kht
06-23-2021, 01:53 PM
Pop coaching tree at it again... it's amazing to see.
John B
06-23-2021, 01:56 PM
The Boston Celtics are finalizing an agreement to hire Brooklyn Nets assistant Ime Udoka as the franchise's new coach, sources tell ESPN.
justinandimcool
06-23-2021, 02:09 PM
Happy for him, he really waited his turn


Have been rooting for him ever since he made those clutch threes in New Orleans with that ugly ass jumper tbh
Maddog
06-23-2021, 02:13 PM
Congrats Ime!
Always one of my dark horses to replace Pop.
Not sure that's based on anything as I've never seen him coach...
ginobilized
06-23-2021, 02:27 PM
Congrats, Ime! He’s a class act. Hope he succeeds there.
$pursDynasty
06-23-2021, 02:31 PM
Noooooo!!!! I wanted him for us but hell who knows how much longer Pop will coach.
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06-23-2021, 02:34 PM
Nooooooooo. Got damn it. He's who I wanted to take over for Pop.

Give me Will Hardy next then.
rjv
06-23-2021, 02:37 PM
i don't know how many coaches udoka can beat on the court but he can certainly kick all their asses off the court. seriously though, great to see him get his shot.
KobesAchilles
06-23-2021, 02:50 PM
Best part is that he gets to pick the head of one of the greatest coaches in the league (at the time Brad coached) anytime he wants in Stevens. Great opportunity for him. Superstar in Tatum. All Star in Brown. They shed Kemba shitty ass contract and if they sign Kyle/Dragic they are right back in the mix of things
Sugus
06-23-2021, 02:54 PM
Damn, he was one candidate I was hoping would fly under the radar just a bit longer until Pops finally called it quits.

Ime to Boston, Becky reportedly headed for Portland...... Smh, the well really is drying up in SanAn as far as suitable successors go.
The Truth #6
06-23-2021, 02:55 PM
Jesus. People say Pop is leaving. But they will need someone already in mind because it’s looking like no Ime, and probably no Bud or Becky. Ime was my first choice. We’ll see what happens. Will Hardy, though likely smart and talented, would be a joke, or at least it’s a concern. Not a top candidate.
Dex
06-23-2021, 02:56 PM
Damn, he was one candidate I was hoping would fly under the radar just a bit longer until Pops finally called it quits.

Ime to Boston, Becky reportedly headed for Portland...... Smh, the well really is drying up in SanAn as far as suitable successors go.

I'm betting Portland ends up going with Pringles, but we'll see.
Dverde
06-23-2021, 02:57 PM
Great hire
rjv
06-23-2021, 02:59 PM
I'm betting Portland ends up going with Pringles, but we'll see.

yeah, pringles always seems to find a way to wind up somewhere. i think the blazers will be sold on his high-octane philosophy with their roster.
Sugus
06-23-2021, 03:03 PM
I'm betting Portland ends up going with Pringles, but we'll see.

Man, that'd be kinda disastrous for them. Not because Dame can't work out in a MDA offense - quite the opposite - but because none of the Blazers' shortcomings have been due to their offense. They need a defensive-minded coach first and foremost, ironically someone like Udoka could've worked well for them instead of D'antoni, who'll just have them trying to outscore the opposition every game, shootout-style. Is Messina still a HC in Europe? That would be a great hire too...

I know he's not really a developmental coach, much less at this stage of his career, but I'd like to see MDA in the Spurs low-key tbh. Spurs desperately need that kind of offensive, shooting-minded approach to their game. But it won't happen.
slick'81
06-23-2021, 06:28 PM
Wow what a great gig for ime. That spurs tree is really branching out
Dex
06-23-2021, 06:40 PM
Man, that'd be kinda disastrous for them. Not because Dame can't work out in a MDA offense - quite the opposite - but because none of the Blazers' shortcomings have been due to their offense. They need a defensive-minded coach first and foremost, ironically someone like Udoka could've worked well for them instead of D'antoni, who'll just have them trying to outscore the opposition every game, shootout-style. Is Messina still a HC in Europe? That would be a great hire too...

I know he's not really a developmental coach, much less at this stage of his career, but I'd like to see MDA in the Spurs low-key tbh. Spurs desperately need that kind of offensive, shooting-minded approach to their game. But it won't happen.

I agree 100%. But with Portland having been on the doorstep of contention for so long, I think the ownership and front office are going to be pressured into a swing for the fences move...and Becky or Billups wouldn't be it (even if it's the smarter, more well-rounded move).

It would be fun to see Dame and the Blazers running the MDA offense...but the same pitfalls are going to be there (mainly lack of defense, and a three-point barrage that usually doesn't equate to the playoffs).

If Pringles couldn't get it done with Nash/Amare/Marion or Harden and Paul/Westbrook, I don't see how Lillard/McCollum and any pieces that stack around him will be any better.
dbestpro
06-23-2021, 06:48 PM
Solid hire.
DMC
06-23-2021, 06:52 PM
Pringles is exponentially worse than Stotts. I thought Stotts always overachieved.

Maybe Becky gets the nod in SA.

Happy for Ime. 1st stint as HC is a legendary franchise.
D-Robinson 50 fan
06-23-2021, 06:52 PM
Happy for Udoka.

I hope he does well out there in Boston
GAustex
06-23-2021, 07:37 PM
Too bad Becky did not get it
exstatic
06-23-2021, 08:32 PM
Too bad Becky did not get it

Get what? She wasn’t being considered for the Celtics gig.
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06-23-2021, 10:29 PM
Get what? She wasn’t being considered for the Celtics gig.

I thought I heard Stevens praising her and that she was going to get an interview.
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lefty
06-24-2021, 12:45 AM
:lol Jay Williams tweeting he’s the 1st Celtics head coach of color
:lol and then tweeting his account was hacked
TheCultOfPersonality
06-24-2021, 02:17 AM
:lol Jay Williams tweeting he’s the 1st Celtics head coach of color
:lol and then tweeting his account was hacked
Just about to post this.

https://mobile.twitter.com/TDPresentsYT/status/1407847751245877248
BillMc
06-24-2021, 05:48 AM
Well deserved. Congrats to him.
Isitjustme?
06-24-2021, 07:17 AM
The Boston Celtics are finalizing an agreement to hire Brooklyn Nets assistant Ime Udoka as the franchise's new coach, sources tell ESPN.

oh, is that why this thread has the title that it does?
Dex
06-24-2021, 09:28 AM
oh, is that why this thread has the title that it does?

In OP's defense, when this was posted it was just "expected"....now it's basically a done deal.
Mark in Austin
06-25-2021, 07:25 AM
Good for Ime. Been a fan ever since the "Watch back, Gabe" story came out. Cool under fire.
Ed Helicopter Jones
06-25-2021, 12:18 PM
Just about to post this.

https://mobile.twitter.com/TDPresentsYT/status/1407847751245877248

Jay Williams is an idiot, obviously.

And I'm sure his account got hacked just so someone could post that. Makes perfect sense. :lol

At least know the history of the sport you get paid to analyze and represent, you dumbass. Or just hit up Google...jeez.
ducks
06-25-2021, 01:44 PM
Is jay williams password
Howeouldiknow
exstatic
06-25-2021, 02:58 PM
Jay Williams is an idiot, obviously.

And I'm sure his account got hacked just so someone could post that. Makes perfect sense. :lol

At least know the history of the sport you get paid to analyze and represent, you dumbass. Or just hit up Google...jeez.
Jay Williams was an idiot for ever getting on that motorcycle, basically ending his career. No need for more proof.
ducks
06-25-2021, 10:37 PM
If he voted for biden and Harris more proof