Sam Vincent to have 2nd interview!

[dvdbumpus]

I have read from multiple areas that Sam Vincent is to be the next Bobcats Coach! While not official, sources say this:

Mavericks assistant Sam Vincent has emerged as the lopsided choice to become the Bobcats' new head coach, a Charlotte hall monitor reveals.

Of the six candidates initially interviewed by Michael Jordan and Bernie Bickerstaff - including Mike Fratello, Stan Van Gundy, Paul Silas and Herb Williams - the persuasive extrovert was the only one invited back. "Unless a fascinating nominee suddenly materializes, it's Sam's job to lose. Michael was very impressed by his comprehensive coaching approach."

http://www.nypost.com/seven/05202007...sey.htm?page=2



And here is the article stating Vincent is going to have a 2nd interview:
http://www.gastongazette.com/onset?i...e=article.html



Heres' my thing. I'm pretty excited about his wide array of coaching all over. I think that if he is picked that we may lean towards drafting international talents like Marco Bellinelli, Marc Gasol, or Tiago Splitter. While none are the #8 pick, that will definitely help.

He also has NBDL coaching experience, so he should be excellent in filling out the roster with NBDL talent.

I like the choice

[dvdbumpus]

Wow, 44 views and not a single reply....

[cltblkhscoach]

I don't think we all know enough about him to really believe if it's a good hire or not, but me personally I think he's a good, but not great hire. I wanted Silas, but Jordan wants the young energetic guy like Avery Johnson so I guess he makes the most sense. I'd be happy with almost anyone though.

[Wallace15]

I don't really know enough about him to really have an opinion on him, but if Bickerstaff and Jordan think he'll do well with all of our young players and can take us to the playoffs then hire him.

[ziggy]

I'm still puzzled as to why they haven't tried to interview Iavaroni.

[dvdbumpus]

I'm still puzzled as to why they haven't tried to interview Iavaroni.

Iavaroni probably will be asking too much in terms of salary. Vincent is a cheaper option, which can allow us to gear up for a free agent signing or a large trade.

Or here's another thought: most ping pong balls for Greg Oden. Why else would he consider Memphis, where San Antonio, Dallas, Houston and New Orleans are Those teams AVERAGED 54 wins...more than any team in the East.

Other than those, The only reason I can think of is that he isn't one of Jordan's close friends.

[dav7z]

Is he not good frinds with Jordon. Im not sure, but didnt they play toghter or something.
I just hope he dont make all his decisions on frindship. Does any one know if those two are good frinds and played toghter.

[tamburello]

Vincent played 1.5 years with Jordan.

His coaching experiences include Nigerian national team(both women and men).

What made me convinced about is his last experience with Nigeria. In 2006 WC in Japan, as I learnt he coached Nigeria and defeated Serbia&Montenegro. S&M wasn't able to bring his best players, OK, but this is a great achievement whatever. In second stage, he lost to Dirk's Germany by only one point. He's quite successful in international basketball, and he was one-time chammpion and one-time finalist in NBDL. I fully believe that he can carry his success to the NBA level.

[Jonathanmartin7]

That certainly is a great achievement, I was unaware of it.

[timang]

Vincent played 1.5 years with Jordan.

His coaching experiences include Nigerian national team(both women and men).

What made me convinced about is his last experience with Nigeria. In 2006 WC in Japan, as I learnt he coached Nigeria and defeated Serbia&Montenegro. S&M wasn't able to bring his best players, OK, but this is a great achievement whatever. In second stage, he lost to Dirk's Germany by only one point. He's quite successful in international basketball, and he was one-time chammpion and one-time finalist in NBDL. I fully believe that he can carry his success to the NBA level.

i also thought his experience overseas was on playing than on coaching... my bad. this guy sure is winner with budding teams...