Ok, you guys are killing me on this board. The FACT that Pop expected Manu to be back in time for this season, means that IN FACT he got WRONG information from the MEDICAL STAFF. That isn't to say they're incompetent, that is to say they blew this call. Whether or not Manu's ankle could have been fixed in time for this season is a non-issue. Pop should have had the right information to plan the team around and he didn't.
Now, there was a very similar problem with Ian. The Medical Staff was unable to accurately determine the problem or give an accurate return date. If you guys can't see a reason for someone to look into what the heck the Medical Staff is up to, I'm lost. Do you really need a medical degree to see that or to suggest someone ask them some questions?
I only pray the organization has a good grip on Duncan's knee issues. BTW, it doesn't matter how good these guys are. If they're making mistakes, they ought to be held accountable (shouldn't we all?).