General Coach Candidate News

[JSHoosier]

I don't want to get my hopes up, and still think it's a long shot, but those answer don't sound like a man that isn't interested.  At worst sounds like a man with a tough decision to make.

It's not everyday you get to live a dream, and recruiting would never be easier for him.  And the smell coming from West Lafayette would somehow get worse.

[IUrocker]

https://www.google.com/amp/s/hardwoodhoudini.com/2021/03/16/boston-celtics-4-hc-candidates/amp/

 

Well now articles like this are being written...potential replacements for him if he’s out in Boston. Still doesn’t mean he’s a lock obviously, but people in Boston know there could be the chance. 

[Kentuckysucks]

So apparently the school that kept Davis on for 6 years and hired Sampson only because they were minorities might be racist.  They're getting nervous fellas.

https://purdue.forums.rivals.com/threads/are-there-any-minority-candidates-being-considered-for-the-iu-job.208649/

[BGleas]

6 hours ago, Magnanimous said:

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Stevens also said that "But I also realize that I’m the coach of the Celtics and it’s been an amazing opportunity, an amazing challenge every day for the last eight years and I’m extremely grateful for that.” That sounds more like a farewell than anything I've heard. 

The Celtics are a game over .500. They're going to be lucky to finish in the top 4 in the East, they're not winning the East and they're definitely not winning the title. Barring a miracle run in the playoffs, their fanbase is done with him. He may not have a choice in leaving after this year. 

The fanbase is not done with him. Some knuckleheads on Twitter are not the fanbase. 

The Celtics ownership and Danny Ainge also don't make these decisions based on upset fans on forums or Twitter. 

I was there when fans were screaming for Doc Rivers to be fired (pre KG), and it was never even a discussion in the front office. Never even a conversation. The owners and Ainge loved Doc and believed in him, its the same with Stevens. 

That doesn't mean Stevens won't take the job, but Celtics fans on Twitter will not be a reason that Celtics move on from Stevens. 

[BGleas]

6 hours ago, cbp4iu said:

Honestly Celtics might not even be a top 10 NBA team this year. Teams like Pacers are going to get healthier and play better. Huge uphill battle. Then again it’s Brad Stevens if a coach can get Boston out of a funk.... Well he’s that coach. But Bring him Home!!!! 

The Celtics are getting healthy too. They've had the 4th most starting lineups in the NBA due to injuries and Covid. 

Kemba missed the first part of the season, then Tatum had Covid, then Smart got hurt, and then Brown was in and out. Now Thompson has been contact traced. 

They've had a lot of people in and out of the lineup, and Smart just came back a few games ago and is still on a minutes restriction. 

Not saying Stevens won't leave, but its been a very up and down year roster wise. 

[Magnanimous]

5 minutes ago, BGleas said:

The fanbase is not done with him. Some knuckleheads on Twitter are not the fanbase. 

The Celtics ownership and Danny Ainge also don't make these decisions based on upset fans on forums or Twitter. 

I was there when fans were screaming for Doc Rivers to be fired (pre KG), and it was never even a discussion in the front office. Never even a conversation. The owners and Ainge loved Doc and believed in him, its the same with Stevens. 

That doesn't mean Stevens won't take the job, but Celtics fans on Twitter will not be a reason that Celtics move on from Stevens. 

Maybe “done” was excessive but he’s not the golden boy anymore and the honeymoon rebuild for him is over. If he doesn’t start winning he’s out sooner than later. 

[IUCrazy2]

17 minutes ago, Kentuckysucks said:

So apparently the school that kept Davis on for 6 years and hired Sampson only because they were minorities might be racist.  They're getting nervous fellas.

https://purdue.forums.rivals.com/threads/are-there-any-minority-candidates-being-considered-for-the-iu-job.208649/

Dumb.

Then again, they are in the tournament this week and currently the first five topics on that board are about IU.  6 of the first 10 are about IU and one more talks about IU (among other high profile programs) not being in the tournament.  This from a fanbase whose team is a 4 seed and is set to play games at the end of the week.

They would never admit it, but I think they are slightly worried about who we are going to bring in.

[Whoozhers]

Stevens and ONLY STEVENS!
If not.... don’t hire anybody.
Let us fans control the program virtually.
A lot can be done from home as we’ve found out this past year. [emoji15][emoji848][emoji23]


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[BGleas]

27 minutes ago, Magnanimous said:

Maybe “done” was excessive but he’s not the golden boy anymore and the honeymoon rebuild for him is over. If he doesn’t start winning he’s out sooner than later. 

The honeymoon isn't over for Wyc and Danny though. I'm just saying, Wyc and Danny don't operate by fan pressure, they never have. Fans were screaming for them the fire Doc from 05-07 and it was never a consideration. 

Stevens might be coming to IU, I don't know one way or the other, but I'm pretty certain it won't be because the Celtics fired him or fan pressure. 

This is the best the timing has felt for Stevens/IU, but if he comes it will be because Stevens thinks the timing is right. I'm 99% sure the Celtics aren't firing him anytime soon. 

[IUrocker]

I agree that Brad most likely will not be fired from the Celtics. The thing that I wonder could be a possibility is Danny Ainge coming to Brad and just saying something along the lines of “hey listen, obviously this IU job has come up and your name is all over it. If you think that’s something where your heart and mind are, then maybe you should just go. If your mind is elsewhere then we don’t want any unnecessary distractions the rest of the season”, and then they just mutually part ways so that Brad can come home.....I mean I’m sure I’m dreaming with that scenario, but heck. 

[SteelerHoosier]

3 hours ago, Capt. Crimson said:

I cannot sleep. That BS pre game presser running through my head over and over like I’m going crazy. 

I went from 10% believing it could happen to being fully on board with it tonight. I’m ready to be hurt again. 

"But you gotta understand that there ain’t no gettin’ offa this train we’re on, till we get to the end of the line" - Barrett Wallace

[Hoosierinbham]

6 minutes ago, IUrocker said:

I agree that Brad most likely will not be fired from the Celtics. The thing that I wonder could be a possibility is Danny Ainge coming to Brad and just saying something along the lines of “hey listen, obviously this IU job has come up and your name is all over it. If you think that’s something where your heart and mind are, then maybe you should just go. If your mind is elsewhere then we don’t want any unnecessary distractions the rest of the season”, and then they just mutually part ways so that Brad can come home.....I mean I’m sure I’m dreaming with that scenario, but heck. Im sure Ainge would want him on board for as long as possible though up until Brad tells him for sure that he’s out. 

I bet you're closer than you think with that conversation happening.  Now, what will be Brad's ultimate decision?

[hper50]

How am I supposed to get any work done today? I haven’t done sh*t in the last day and a half!

[IUrocker]

3 minutes ago, Hoosierinbham said:

I bet you're closer than you think with that conversation happening.  Now, what will be Brad's ultimate decision?

I think if Danny did indeed make the approach and told Brad he should do it if it’s where his heart/mind is and wanted to avoid any distractions then it’d make it easier for Brad to come. 

[Gnet550]

Wasn’t it Christian Bale as Batman who said, “ You either die a hero, or live long enough to become a villain.”

 

I feel like that’s where Stevens is with Boston, once beloved as the Saint coach who would get them another championship, but now the fan base is starting to turn on him.

[DWB]

8 hours ago, Southside said:

I also like to hear more female perspective on here. I know a ton of female fans who can talk smack, but they just have no interest in the board lol.

I hope that India Franklin finds this board. She participated (a little) on a couple of others, like HSN I think. I know she was on the Inside the Hall board at one time. I'd also like to hear from Mrs Leal. Met her at the Hoosier Hysterics event in Bloomington right after Anthony committed. 

Both are outstanding parents of what I think will be great players for IU.

[coonhounds]

The honeymoon isn't over for Wyc and Danny though. I'm just saying, Wyc and Danny don't operate by fan pressure, they never have. Fans were screaming for them the fire Doc from 05-07 and it was never a consideration. 
Stevens might be coming to IU, I don't know one way or the other, but I'm pretty certain it won't be because the Celtics fired him or fan pressure. 
This is the best the timing has felt for Stevens/IU, but if he comes it will be because Stevens thinks the timing is right. I'm 99% sure the Celtics aren't firing him anytime soon. 

Quit raining on everyone's brad parade [emoji19]. Lol just kidding I know your being honest and giving good info

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[BGleas]

Just now, coonhounds said:

Quit raining on everyone's brad parade . Lol just kidding I know your being honest and giving good info

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Haha!

I'm trying to be balanced. Like I said earlier, I can't lose, either way Brad Stevens is coaching one of my favorite teams. 

Its also been a long time since I worked for the Celtics, but most of the same people are all still there. So I'm by no means an insider, but I do know how those people think and typically operate from the inside. 

With that said, I don't think the timing has ever been better for a Stevens/IU marriage. While i know Danny and the Celtics ownership love him, and the rational fans love him, 9 years is still a long time for the NBA. 

I still don't think it will happen, but the timing seems as close as it has ever been, but if it does it will be Stevens' choice, not the Celtics firing him. 

[Artie86]

8 hours ago, Evariste Galois said:

 

Guys.....I have to admit,  this possible or potential "Coach Steven + IU marriage" reminds me of watching the Bachelor/ Bachelorette with my wife.

YESSSSSSS,.... I watch those two shows because I love my wife and those are the things we do for our spouses. I guarantee I'm not the only one on here who does. They're DVR'd and haven't missed an episode. I guarantee I'm not the only one on here who does this for their loved one.

 ANYWAY..........my analogy between the Bachelor/Bachelorette and Coach Stevens is spot on. Potential candidates (IU fans) portray their love and desire to be chosen for that final ROSE. They are constantly trying to "pitch" why they should be "THE ONE", even telling them they love him. All the while, the Bachelor, "Coach Stevens" shows interest, but can never really say his true feelings until that Final Rose.

Will we (IU Fans) get that FINAL ROSE?

My wife would be so proud of me.....

[theriverpilot]

2 minutes ago, Cinco de Mayo said:

Guys.....I have to admit,  this possible or potential "Coach Steven + IU marriage" reminds me of watching the Bachelor/ Bachelorette with my wife.

YESSSSSSS,.... I watch those two shows because I love my wife and those are the things we do for our spouses. I guarantee I'm not the only one on here who does. They're DVR'd and haven't missed an episode. I guarantee I'm not the only one on here who does this for their loved one.

 ANYWAY..........my analogy between the Bachelor/Bachelorette and Coach Stevens is spot on. Potential candidates (IU fans) portray their love and desire to be chosen for that final ROSE. They are constantly trying to "pitch" why they should be "THE ONE", even telling them they love him. All the while, the Bachelor, "Coach Stevens" shows interest, but can never really say his true feelings until that Final Rose.

Will we (IU Fans) get that FINAL ROSE?

My wife would be so proud of me.....

You know things are getting surreal when there's a comparison between the IU basketball coach search and the Bachelor\Bachlorette!  But one thing I have to agree with is that Stevens almost seemed to ramble when talking about IU and Indiana in general.  An excited type of ramble.  Like a "I want this to happen" ramble.