Sam Amico @foxsports says “Time to start thinking about Lionel Hollins for Coach of the Year. Even after all the roster movement, Grizzlies have barely missed a beat.” I’m glad someone is noticing the great coaching job he is doing. Kurt Helin @ProBasketball asks “Rudy Who?” A couple of these guys noted the difference in the Grizzlies since the Rudy Gay trad.
Average ranking for the week is 5.92, up from 2 weeks ago of 7.53. (Actual not included in average.
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Love the Hollins recognition on the Amico quote. I said once the Rudy trade went down that this is Lionel’s time to show us what kind of coach he is.
He has answered tremendously thus far, and I don’t give too much credence to the “light schedule.” 7 straight is tough to swing no matter what the schedule. The way he has been able to weather the storm with the amount of rotational upheaval has been admirable. We’re sure to hit some bumps in the road in the near future, but I like the road this team is on.
I understand the business of it will be difficult to iron out, but I’ll be an upset blogger if Lionel Hollins coaching from someone else’s sidelines next season.