knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:Nalod would be the first to agree that Budenholzer is a better choice than Blatt. He is a very good coach who wants to be here. Made it very clear. Supposed to be a great teacher, but runs a tight ship. Im sure Timmy would be psyched, had nothing but good things to say about his old coach.

well if you interviewed for the JOB, chance are, that person wants to be here.

I have mixed feelings about woodson, He did do a good job with a veteran Roster and had melo 3rd in MVP votes, but I think kidd had more to do with that than he did. That 2nd full season I was done with him. The switching and watching AMARE and TYSON defending POINTS GUARDS, Felton and JR guarding centers and PFs, that was sickening

Budenholzer said to the media that the Knicks were his first choice. Thats pretty clear. Woodson started great, but by the end he was a company man, and the players knew it. Did good things in NY, and Atl. Definitely deserves another shot somewhere, but coach Bud, is the kind of coach this team needs.

GustavBahler wrote:

knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:Nalod would be the first to agree that Budenholzer is a better choice than Blatt. He is a very good coach who wants to be here. Made it very clear. Supposed to be a great teacher, but runs a tight ship. Im sure Timmy would be psyched, had nothing but good things to say about his old coach.

well if you interviewed for the JOB, chance are, that person wants to be here.

I have mixed feelings about woodson, He did do a good job with a veteran Roster and had melo 3rd in MVP votes, but I think kidd had more to do with that than he did. That 2nd full season I was done with him. The switching and watching AMARE and TYSON defending POINTS GUARDS, Felton and JR guarding centers and PFs, that was sickening

Budenholzer said to the media that the Knicks were his first choice. Thats pretty clear. Woodson started great, but by the end he was a company man, and the players knew it. Did good things in NY, and Atl. Definitely deserves another shot somewhere, but coach Bud, is the kind of coach this team needs.

I'm high on BUD, I actually prefer him over every one, as long as he get to bring his entire staff

knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:

knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:Nalod would be the first to agree that Budenholzer is a better choice than Blatt. He is a very good coach who wants to be here. Made it very clear. Supposed to be a great teacher, but runs a tight ship. Im sure Timmy would be psyched, had nothing but good things to say about his old coach.

well if you interviewed for the JOB, chance are, that person wants to be here.

I have mixed feelings about woodson, He did do a good job with a veteran Roster and had melo 3rd in MVP votes, but I think kidd had more to do with that than he did. That 2nd full season I was done with him. The switching and watching AMARE and TYSON defending POINTS GUARDS, Felton and JR guarding centers and PFs, that was sickening

Budenholzer said to the media that the Knicks were his first choice. Thats pretty clear. Woodson started great, but by the end he was a company man, and the players knew it. Did good things in NY, and Atl. Definitely deserves another shot somewhere, but coach Bud, is the kind of coach this team needs.

I'm high on BUD, I actually prefer him over every one, as long as he get to bring his entire staff

CrushAlot wrote:

knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:

knicks1248 wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:Nalod would be the first to agree that Budenholzer is a better choice than Blatt. He is a very good coach who wants to be here. Made it very clear. Supposed to be a great teacher, but runs a tight ship. Im sure Timmy would be psyched, had nothing but good things to say about his old coach.

well if you interviewed for the JOB, chance are, that person wants to be here.

I have mixed feelings about woodson, He did do a good job with a veteran Roster and had melo 3rd in MVP votes, but I think kidd had more to do with that than he did. That 2nd full season I was done with him. The switching and watching AMARE and TYSON defending POINTS GUARDS, Felton and JR guarding centers and PFs, that was sickening

Budenholzer said to the media that the Knicks were his first choice. Thats pretty clear. Woodson started great, but by the end he was a company man, and the players knew it. Did good things in NY, and Atl. Definitely deserves another shot somewhere, but coach Bud, is the kind of coach this team needs.

I'm high on BUD, I actually prefer him over every one, as long as he get to bring his entire staff

Did Perry/Mills place any coaches on Jeff's staff?

No they didn't, but phil surely did

Nalod wrote:

GustavBahler wrote:Nalod would be the first to agree that Budenholzer is a better choice than Blatt. He is a very good coach who wants to be here. Made it very clear. Supposed to be a great teacher, but runs a tight ship. Im sure Timmy would be psyched, had nothing but good things to say about his old coach.

Bud is certainly a pleasant late addition and perhaps why the process is what it is.
Im just trying to figure out why he wants to be the knick coach!!!
Also why the Suns interview did not yield an offer or was ATL so abstinent in their desire for compensation.
I am was very impressed with his work in ATL. Wonder if Pop needs to take a step back from coaching and would Messina or Bud be the guy?
Or Monty Williams.
The thing about these guys is the intimate knowledge we as fans lack. What do we really know about Blatt other than he is a MIlls guys, which must be bad, or that he was over his head in Clev. He has won at every level despite.
Bud has had one job in ATL as head coach and a great mentor in Pop's best years.
Im not here to argue who is better or convince any of you Blatt over Budd or Budd over Blatt......I'd be happy with either.

Youre right that we dont have all the answers. Do believe we know enough about human nature to safely say that most GMs would rather bring in someone theyve had a professional relationship in the past, than an old and very close friend of their superior. Dont believe thats a controversial thing to say.

Budenholzer and Blatt seem to be coaches struck from the same mold, but Budenholzer is more NBA ready so to speak, in part from his ability to get NBA players to buy in.

SupremeCommander wrote:

Nalod wrote:I don't see the attraction of "He wants to be here".....I assume if your interviewing that's a given.

have you forgotten all the guys over the years that have used their negotiations with the Knicks as nothing more than leverage in negotiations with other teams?

100% agree, it means something. sure we have plenty of money to flaunt around here, but most guys come for a paycheck, or so it seems. sounds like budenholzer, legitimately thinks he can turn this team into a winner. that's music to my ears.

SupremeCommander wrote:

Nalod wrote:I don't see the attraction of "He wants to be here".....I assume if your interviewing that's a given.

have you forgotten all the guys over the years that have used their negotiations with the Knicks as nothing more than leverage in negotiations with other teams?

nyk4ever wrote:

newyorknewyork wrote:Bud is a sure thing. The only question is the price needed to trade for him.

With Bud you know the player development will be on point. You know Thjr will play his best bball. Frank & KP will reach the next level.

You could take a shot at Khrie Thomas and expect the development necessary for him to become a stud 2-way PG. Or Mikal and expect him to develop his offensive arsenal.

apparently the hawks don't want to pay him, since they are looking at some lean years coming up. i dont think the compensation will be of the draft pick variety, i think if the knicks send some money back the hawks way they'll consider it a done deal.

Wow! Just money? Count me in. I'll come to a game or two...