“We’re very impressed by Rick - ‘ not just as a basketball coach, but as a man. We’re looking forward to continuing our conversation.”
Rick Carlisle is the front-runner to replace Avery Johnson as coach of the Dallas Mavericks. via MSNBC Sports
“Did we have some rough periods? Absolutely. Am I proud that we were able to get through those rough periods? Yes, I am.”
Don Nelson’s departure from the Dallas Mavericks was so messy that, more than three years later, he’s still fighting Mark Cuban for money he insists he’s owed. via Fox Sports
“Was it time for a change? I guess”
From the start, Avery Johnson was a perfect fit as coach of the Dallas Mavericks. via Denver Post
