MJ undecided on Vincent's future | Truth&Rumors

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Bobcats managing partner Michael Jordan says he's not displeased with the job Sam Vincent has done, but it's yet to be determined whether Vincent will return for a second season as coach. Jordan acknowledged rookie mistakes by Vincent -- including a December decision not to fly the team to Milwaukee that could have drawn a seven-figure fine. But on balance, Jordan said, Vincent gets a passing grade. Jordan confirmed that Vincent postponed a team flight to Milwaukee, after a December home game, without first consulting Jordan or general manager Rod Higgins. The weather was deteriorating in the Midwest, but Milwaukee's airport had not yet closed. Sources say the team tried to fly out later that night, but could not re-assemble the players. Instead, the team flew the next morning, spent hours circling the Midwest before landing in Chicago and busing north. The team arrived at approximately game time.

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Sam Vincent , AP

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April 3, 2008 06:18 AM ET

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Just fire him MJ. Shoot bring in Armorosa to do it for you. Who in the world cancels a team flight....for what???? Get rid of him and bring in - Larry Brown or Dr. J.

Bond 007

San Francisco, Ca, FU

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April 3, 2008 07:53 AM ET

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The item discussed above has little bearing basketballwise!!!

Byron Scott, Phil Jackson or Rick Adelman could have done the same and it wouldn't be mentioned by this time.

I Love USA

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April 3, 2008 07:54 AM ET

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OOpppsssss... I forgot,

Isaiah Could have done the same and Still won't matter.

I Love USA

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April 3, 2008 09:28 AM ET

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Bobcat fans be afraid very afraid. Jordan has no idea what he is doing in the front office of a basketball team. I know because I am a Wizards fan and watch Jordan screw our team. Coaches and draft picks he doesnt know what he is doing. Even trades he traded Rip for Jerry Jack-house, I mean Stackhouse. Bob Johnson hire some real basketball people. Rick Carlise maybe

caveman626

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April 3, 2008 09:29 AM ET

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i just hope MJ doesnt coach. He has been hurting his legacy with all the petty bs in the media.

Just cut all ties Michael and join your boy Chuck on TNT

irishmafia

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April 3, 2008 11:31 AM ET

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The problem is the team is so young and no money is being spent. The Bobcats team salary is $52,711,896, that is more than half of what Dallas pays. They definitely have potential, and keep in mind this is the East. Plus they have a decent backup small forward returning with Morrison and will likely acquire the 8th overall pick.

Felton Boykins
Richardson Caroll
Wallace Morrison
Okafor Davidson
Mohammed Hollins

They need to draft a good power forward or center (don't matter which, Okafor can play either position) badly in the draft which by that time Griffin, Love, and Jordan will likely be available. After that, all they need to do is find a decent PG & PF/C bench player. They can easily grab a legit big man in the draft but the real question is are they willing to spend some money on proven talent.

Ratchet

Iowa City , IA

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April 3, 2008 11:38 AM ET

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Can't he just be the face of the franchise and not meddle? Jordan is going to become the Al Davis of the NBA without the almost 4 decades of genius Al Davis displayed before the last 5 years.

Jabril1217

Tucker , GA

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April 3, 2008 05:18 PM ET

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MJ get out of there. You should try coaching....maybe the bulls

kash23

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April 3, 2008 06:36 PM ET

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irishmafia-THER IS NO WAY JORDAN CAN HURT HIS LEGACY YOU MUST BE CRAZY IF YOU BELIEVE THAT.
but anyways im pretty sure larry brown is on his way.

c21

Austin , TX

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April 4, 2008 03:17 AM ET

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Jordan's legacy as a player remains. As an owner / decision maker he has none. Nothing of note, or, to be proud of. Playing skill doesn't always translate. He wasn't a great player because he knew more than anyone else, he was just better. Different worlds.