well, the coaching staff doesn't seem to high on Amir apparently...
DETNEWS | Weblog | Pistons Blog Quote:
| On another matter, I have also heard people say that this trade makes room for Amir Johnson. Not really. Though the Pistons tried to turn Johnson into a small forward, it didn't work. The consensus in the organization now is that Johnson has to be a power forward. He's just not comfortable out on the perimeter. Whatever role Johnson earns next season will be in the front court. And I am telling you, there is a major division within the organization about Johnson's future. Joe Dumars and John Hammond believe the kid could be something very special. Some on the coaching staff believe he will never be more than an end of the bench reserve. Coach Flip Saunders has steadfastly refused to make any final determination, giving the 20-year-old ample time to mature. But Johnson has to get stronger. He has to get tougher and he has to start showing some court judgment. He still relies on his inate athleticism to get him through. He forgets plays and assignments. He has enough physical tools to make an impact. But he has to learn how to play the game -- otherwise, he could end up like Rodney White. |
Will joe D and Bill D really match an MLE offer for a guy that the coaching staff thinks sucks?
I am really beginning to despise Flip and his henchmen. He's trying to run everyone out of town it seems. First Darko and Arroyo. Then Ben. Now Delfino. Next... Amir?