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05-31-2008, 12:05 AM
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So When Do the "Izzo to Pistons" Rumors start?
Now that Flip is as good as gone...
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05-31-2008, 12:06 AM
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Now that Flip is as good as gone...
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When Joe D. has a lobotomy.
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05-31-2008, 12:07 AM
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Flips not going anywhere.
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05-31-2008, 12:07 AM
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Flips not going anywhere.
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Actually I heard on radio like 10 minutes ago that Izzo is already in talks with the Pistons head of basketball operations. Has been since before the playoffs started.
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05-31-2008, 12:10 AM
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You can believe what you want man. Talk to me in a week. Not saying it's a sure thing and I don't believe Izzo is going anywhere, but there has definitely been some contact.
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05-31-2008, 12:15 AM
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You can believe what you want man. Talk to me in a week. Not saying it's a sure thing and I don't believe Izzo is going anywhere, but there has definitely been some contact.
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Pretty sure Izzo knows better than to take over an aging team clearly on the downside of success. Unless Joe D. can work some serious miracles, they're two years from a lottery pick.
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05-31-2008, 12:16 AM
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I am fairly confident that Joe Dumars will not hire Tom Izzo as the head coach of the Pistons.
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05-31-2008, 12:17 AM
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Pretty sure Izzo knows better than to take over an aging team clearly on the downside of success. Unless Joe D. can work some serious miracles, they're two years from a lottery pick.
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Can you imagine Izzo coaching Rasheed?
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05-31-2008, 12:17 AM
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I just hope they fire Flip why the hell was ratliff playing at all
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05-31-2008, 12:18 AM
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Originally Posted by arfabe16
Actually I heard on radio like 10 minutes ago that Izzo is already in talks with the Pistons head of basketball operations. Has been since before the playoffs started.
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There have been no talks with Izzo and the Pistons.
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05-31-2008, 12:26 AM
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If I were Izzo and the Pistons called I would absolutely take it, shot for him to coach in the pros with a team that at the minimum be playoff bound. Would definitely be a great opportunity for him if he wants to coach in the pros; with that being said...the pistons won't be interested.
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05-31-2008, 12:30 AM
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Izzo is not going anywhere. This constant talk about him leaving is getting old. Just because some radio media hack throws it out means NOTHING.
In terms of credibility, I rate sports radio commentators on the same level of internet posters. Seriously.
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05-31-2008, 12:31 AM
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I just hope they fire Flip why the hell was ratliff playing at all
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Because Sheed was on the verge of complete explosion and about to get chucked out of the game, so Flip had to stash him on the bench to cool off, so Ratliff had to play. Never mind the game was still going on.
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06-03-2008, 10:43 PM
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ESPN: SportsNation Polling - 3509 - SportsNation
The NBA coaching carousel continues to turn, SportsNation. Vote now and let us know what you think of the most recent coaching change!
5) Which of these potential coaching candidates is the best choice to replace Saunders?
| 32.2% | Avery Johnson
| | 17.3% | Jeff Van Gundy
| | 16.2% | Bill Laimbeer
| | 10.7% | Michael Curry
| | 8.3% | Tom Izzo
| | 5.0% | Mark Jackson
| | 4.8% | Terry Porter
| | 1.9% | Paul Silas
| | 1.9% | Mike Fratello
| | 1.7% | Dave Cowens |
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06-03-2008, 10:47 PM
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Now that Flip is as good as gone...
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The rumors start when some idiot on a message board starts them. 
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06-03-2008, 10:48 PM
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Flips not going anywhere.
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06-04-2008, 12:03 AM
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The rumors start when some idiot on a message board starts them. |
Or blog...
Why not Tom Izzo? | Detroit Bad Boys
Not a rumor that he's even interested, but still planting the seed of the idea.
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06-04-2008, 12:49 AM
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The Pistons just spent the last 4 years ignoring Larry Brown and Flip Saunders. They wouldn't give Izzo the time of day.
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06-04-2008, 08:40 AM
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The Pistons just spent the last 4 years ignoring Larry Brown and Flip Saunders. They wouldn't give Izzo the time of day. |
Well, we know now that if Joe has his way, it will be different players. And they weren't ignoring Larry Brown in 2004-05, if anything LB was ignoring them.
Personally, I think the only reasons these rumors come up is because it's the only job he would seriously consider.
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06-04-2008, 11:37 PM
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Same blog talks pros/cons of Izzo to the Pistons; attempts humor:
A Pro/Con List for Tom Izzo | Detroit Bad Boys
By: Kevin Sawyer
As any loyal Wolverine would, Matt has made the case that Tom Izzo should take over the Pistons head coaching job. Here is a pro/con response:
Pro: Going to Izzo proves to the fans that Detroit is genuinely concerned about getting this right. This search isn’t about cronyism, it’s about finding the best person for the job, and Izzo might well be that man. Even considering him instills confidence in the players and fan base.
Con: If he wants the gig, Izzo would need to initiate this dance. An overture from the Pistons would generate a news story, which could not possibly end well (see: Magic, Orlando).
Pro: Izzo’s presence would open the door to bringing in Zach Randolph for pennies on the dollar and maximizing his top-20 potential. Maybe he’ll save Stuckey and Tay in a shootout. Who knows?
Con: Randolph could just as likely get Stuckey and Tay killed in a shootout.
Pro: Izzo shares Dumars’ ability to authentically relate to the press without tipping his hand. With Dumars, it’s just a nice hors d’oeuvres to his entree. Izzo, on the other hand, has a knack for leveraging the media to motivate players without throwing them (the players) under the bus.
Con: I suspect a Tayshaun Prince will be able to read between the lines better than a Goran Suton or Paul Davis.
Pro: Izzo! We all love Tom Izzo! Michigan (state) Pride! Woo!
Con: Mateen Cleaves.
Pro: Tom Izzo is great at pushing the tempo, leveraging his defensive emphasis to get his teams moving on the open court.
Con: Nobody on our team was in the top 20 in steals per game.
Pro: Tom Izzo is a strong recruiter, who can help bring fresh faces to the Pistons organization.
Con: This is a great skill to have at the college level.
Pro: Izzo is a proven winner, especially at the playoff level.
Con: Derrick Rose is headed for our division.
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06-05-2008, 04:00 PM
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Comment from an "E. Martin" on the above post:
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Con: All the trailer park Wolverine fans wouldn’t know whether to cheer or boo. It’d be too confusing.
Pro: Mitch Albom’s head might explode, after spending the whole weekend pre-writing his articles for the upcoming season.
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Nice. I hate that all Detroit team sites usually assume their readers are also all Wolverine fans.
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06-05-2008, 04:20 PM
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Quote:
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Well, we know now that if Joe has his way, it will be different players. And they weren't ignoring Larry Brown in 2004-05, if anything LB was ignoring them.
Personally, I think the only reasons these rumors come up is because it's the only job he would seriously consider.
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In addition to a head football coaching position.
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06-05-2008, 04:27 PM
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Flips not going anywhere.
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And Dexter Strickland is a lock to MSU.
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