jesus, a discussion about Ferry's performance as GM over a span of 5 years turns into nitpicking about the performance of one player in 2 or 3 games.
just answer me one question: how can we make tons of excuses about what and why a GM did over 5 years and meanwhile claim that it all has been the fault of a player, because his performance dropped from extraterrestrial to just outstanding in some moments?
however, I didn't want to start any Ferry or Lebron bashing, I just described why I don't get excited if he comes back. and why I doubt he will help us.
(I would piss my pants if Presti comes back.)
final question: if you take Lebron away from any of the Cavs teams from 2005-2010, do you think any of those teams would have made at least the PO?
I claim that none would have. and a GM, who isn't able to build a PO team within a 5 years span, despite having huge money to spend, is mediocre at best, likely below average. and none will be able to name a single real good move from him. (a good move looks good on day one as well as 2 years later)
I mean the type of move that made us believe Pop and RC are top in their job. (and they also got their share of bad decisions)
point is, if greatness (and Lebron is great, no matter if you like him or not.) meets mediocrity, you usually don't get greatness (or rings) as a result. you get some good results at best. (like a good RS record). but you can't blame the great part to have failed. he has delivered whatever you can ask from a player.
so, do we now want the mediocre level, be it a player or a manager? if yes, ok, sign Ferry. if no, don't touch him. or give him a minor consultant role. (I doubt he will take a minor role, after being a GM for 5 years)