Doug Collins told ESPN.com late Wednesday night that he talked to Pistons president Joe Dumars and thanked him for the consideration, but would remain an analyst for TNT.
That leaves Avery Johnson as the front runner.
“I had a great talk with Joe (Dumars) and I appreciate being considered for the job, but I’ve decided to take my name out of the running,” said Collins late Wednesday night. “I am honored to have been given the opportunity. I have great affection for the Davidson family (owner Karen and late husband William), great affection for the whole organization and for the fans in Detroit.
“At this time, however, I feel it’s best that I not pursue the job.” Via The Detroit News
UPDATE:
Avery the new coach?
Thanks to team Need4Sheed member Joshua Polaczyk for the Video find.
A little laugh goes a long way.
July 3, 2009 at 6:00 am
Lakers get Artest for less then we get Villanueva….
Can it get any uglier?
July 3, 2009 at 8:33 am
I think Bill Laimbeer is the real target. Bill didn’t leave his coaching job for nothing. I think the Pistions love to play that game and keep everyone wondering. Perhaps they are interested in selling Laimbeer Jerseys? I would be floored if they pick Avery. He’d most likely do a fairly good job here.
July 3, 2009 at 8:41 am
I think Joe Dumars has been exposed really. All these years of winning, fans thought he was the mastermind behind Detroit’s success. However, it was coaching that was the center piece of the Pistons. I believe that had we kept Saunders, even with Iverson, the team would have finished 4th in the conference.
Pistons fans don’t deserve this pain, but Joe Dumars and all those others who called for Saunders to be fired deserve it. Plus overall the team isn’t that good, has no identity and most importantly, the Iverson-curse is gonna stick for a long time.
July 3, 2009 at 9:40 am
I think Mr. D wanted him gone. Something about being loyal and not moving his family to Michigan I read. I really believe Bill has his bags packed for Vegas next week. Can’t believe they’d give such late notice to Avery.
July 4, 2009 at 1:09 am
JEFF VAN GUNDY NEXT HEAD COACH…COMMON!