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Bulls GM John Paxson still is gathering background on other candidates and, according to one source, told Rick Carlisle that when the 2002 Coach of the Year asked about the Bulls' timeline for a hire. It's unknown if Paxson has asked the Celtics or Pistons for permission to speak to assistants Tom Thibodeau or Michael Curry, respectively, two candidates who intrigue Paxson. Sources said former Timberwolves coach Dwane Casey is expected to interview with Paxson. Yahoo! Sports reported Michigan State coach Tom Izzo's name had gained momentum within the Bulls' front office, even with Izzo emphasizing the team hadn't contacted him.

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April 24, 2008  07:01 AM ET

Grossedout.

You have an apt name. But it could have been better. How about ****?

Izzo is one of the premier coaches in the nation. Bonehead.

April 24, 2008  08:09 AM ET

Izzo is one of the premier coaches in the nation. Bonehead.

Jonisagolffan

Yeah.....IN COLLEGE!
Carlisle is the man.

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April 24, 2008  08:44 AM ET

What about Stan Van Gundy? He seems like a very likable and intelligent guy.

April 24, 2008  08:58 AM ET

I think Dwayne Casey deserves another shot. He took an absolutely horrible team to 20-20 and got canned, because he was hired just to be caned for the deuche that is coaching now.

April 24, 2008  09:03 AM ET

Why would Izzo want the headache of coaching in the NBA?
he is at a perrenial top 10 program, no pressure, nice comfortable life, makes good $.......

April 24, 2008  09:15 AM ET

Luvneverends

Anytime at all you want to contribute something to the topic, feel free to jump in. Otherwise why not go to one of these sites you enjoy so much, and leave your dribble there. After a couple of days, it's gotten old here.

April 24, 2008  09:40 AM ET

Never understand why these NBA teams keep going after elite college coaches. Over and over again, these guys turn out to be duds, at least relatively so, at the pro level (think Pitino, Calipari, Montgomery, Floyd, etc.).

April 24, 2008  09:44 AM ET

Can't see Izzo leaving Michigan State. Carlisle makes sense to me.

April 24, 2008  12:01 PM ET

I am a Wolves fan, and I know Dwane Casey should not have been fired (same as Flip Saunders). It was years of bad trades that destroyed the franchise, not the coaches.

April 24, 2008  12:28 PM ET

Great.... a retread and a recycled rumor.... Benny the Bull is more exciting than this team!

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April 24, 2008  08:21 PM ET

are those the foot steps of Larry Brown I hear?

April 24, 2008  09:19 PM ET

i dont want any X assistants and i dont want anyone from failing teams like the timberwolves

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April 25, 2008  12:54 AM ET

So fire your coach and then go after someone just like him just to check if the players will notice eh?

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April 25, 2008  10:05 AM ET

hmmm So Bulls fire Skiles and want Carlisle.
Sell a used Honda civic, and get yourself a ummmmmmm another used Honda civic!!!! Nice

 
April 25, 2008  11:13 AM ET

I think Carlisle could fit the Bulls' team principles. Even though they have mostly perimeter oriented talents (Deng, Gordon). Carlisle, unlike Skiles, is going to use the halfcourt offense of Gooden, Thomas, Noah. And add it to their offense, in order to give their variability in their approach. Carlisle may have the same personality as Skiles, but think about the Pacers. They used to have Stephen Jackson, O'neal, Tinsley. Players thought by Larry Bird to have good offensive talents. But their personality and off court issues, could bring any coach to lose their positions. And do not forget about the fragility of the Pacers' strengths during the season. O'neal and their main players were always injured the rest of the season. Including the playoffs, where their contributions were significantly needed. I hope Paxson does not get another unproven coach in this league. Even though others may seem to attract Paxson' s principles of coaching their guys. I have grown tired of developing Deng, and Gordon. Who is the 1 and 2 offensive option of the team. Carlisle is the proven coach, that who is more successful than Skiles (not to take anything away from the hardworking coach). But he is more efficient than Skiles, in utilizing his players, in his approach in offense and defense. Skiles focused more on perimeter offense. But Carlisle brings the half court style, that is fading in the NBA . But I think it could work with the Bulls' team oriented style of play. Where it does not depend on 1 superstar to deliver, but a multitude of players to contribute, on offense and defense. Paxson should come into his senses, and just sign Carlisle. Larry Brown, or D'Antoni may be good though, if he has enough money to pay them.

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