myespn.go.com - 12/2/2008
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If there's a memo to NBA head coaches from the last few days, it's certainly this: Do NOT lose to the New York Knicks. That seems to have sealed the fate of Eddie Jordan, who is, surprisingly, no longer a Wizard. Is Anyone Better Available? Interim coach Ed Tapscott is respected, but I don't ...
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with-malice.com - 12/5/2008
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Previewing the Lakers @ Washington game... This is
one of those ugly games that the Wiz have...
nothing to lose, and everything to gain. Washington have been ugly right from the get-go, to such an extent that Gilbert Arenas wondered whether the Wizards would be better off finishing last...
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We're off to see the...
blog.cleveland.com - 11/28/2008
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Watching the rejection of Eddie Jordan and PJ
Carlesimo by their respective teams caused me to flinch...
and close my eyes. Felt like a physical blow. Funny how everyone's all about "team" until they're not. Did anyone expect the Thunder...
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Eddie Jordan, A Week Later
Truth About It - Washington Wizards Blog —
... Thanks to Hoop magazine, I weasled my way into several closed sessions of the Rookie Transition Program in 2002. All kinds of people spoke, from Bill Russell to Kenny Smith. But nobody was half as powerful, memorable, or on point as Eddie Jordan. He has unusual eyes. They're kind of delicate, but also, I learned that day, fiery at times. [Two Reasons I'm Surprised Eddie Jordan Was Fired - Henry Abbott, True Hoop] ...
Looking Forward: Washington Wizards
Vittorio De Zen's Fast Break —
... The Washington Wizards were terrible last season. Injuries to Gilbert Arenas, Brendan Haywood, and DeShawn Stevenson derailed their season. After a woeful 1-10 start, head coach Eddie Jordan was probably unfairly fired. Interim coach Ed Tapscott apparently felt the pressure to win, as he persisted in playing vets Darius Songaila and Mike James 20 and 30 minutes a night, respectively, rather than giving more minutes to promising young players such as Andray Blatche, JaVale McGee, and Javaris Crittenton. Nevertheless, Tapscott’s coaching record stands at 18-53 and the Wiz finished ...
Looking Forward: Philadelphia 76ers
Vittorio De Zen's Fast Break —
... So, what have they done this summer? Well, not much, aside from hiring former Wizards coach Eddie Jordan. In June, they traded tough-guy Reggie Evans to Toronto in exchange for Jason Kapono. In the draft, they selected point guard Jrue Holiday out of UCLA. In late July, they watched as Andre Miller signed a free agent deal with Portland. Finally, just the other day, they re-signed guard Royal Ivey. ...
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Wizards Fire Eddie Jordan
slamonline.com 11/24/2008 — by Ryne Nelson
The Wizards are headed for the lottery, and Coach Eddie Jordan already received his pink slip. Injuries and bad luck ultimately defined Jordan’s five-year tenure with the team.
From the Washington Post (H/T: BDL ):
According ...
Appreciate Eddie Jordan, even if you wanted him gone
bulletsforever.com 11/25/2008 — I don't have much time today to write a ton about the Eddie Jordan firing. The short version, to me, is that it's unfortunate, but necessary considering that, at 1-10 with losses to several bad teams, a high seed in the playoffs was never going ...
Eddie Jordan fired as Wizards head coach
wtop.com 11/24/2008 — Dave Johnson , WTOP Radio WASHINGTON - A 1-10 start to the 2008/2009 season has cost Washington Wizards head coach Eddie Jordan his job. Team President Ernie Grunfeld informed Jordan of his decision to change coaches in a Monday morning meeting. ...
The End of The Eddie Jordan Era: Say Goodbye to the Fall Guy
truthaboutit.net 11/24/2008 — We now know the scapegoat threshold on an NBA season in the District of Columbia: 10 losses against a solo win. As head coach of the Washington Wizards, Eddie Jordan is no more . If the WizzNutzz only had the foresight to include this among their ...
Why fire Eddie Jordan now?
dcprosportsreport.com 11/24/2008 — Why did the Wizards fire Eddie Jordan 11 games into the season? [By the way, Jordan's pal and head assistant Mike O'Koren was also fired. Randy Ayers was promoted to head assistant coach.]
Well, for starters, the team lost 10 of those 11 games and coaches with that sort of winning percentage ...
If the Wizards Were to Fire Eddie Jordan...
stetsports.com 11/8/2008 — This team has severe problems, but depite all of the intuition and motive in the world, you can’t put the blade to Eddie Jordan’s coaching career just yet. Too few games, a missing superstar, and too much inconsistency from the best players won’t let it happen.
But just for speculation, let’s ...
Breaking news: Eddie Jordan fired
sports.yahoo.com 11/24/2008 — Check your pocket, Eddie ... According to sources familiar with the situation (see: Majority, Unsilent ), the Washington Wizards have relieved Eddie Jordan of his coaching duties. Team President Ernie Grunfeld handed E.J. his pink slip in a meeting ...
When Do The Wizards Become A Late Night Punch Line?
truthaboutit.net 11/24/2008 — Not to say the Washington Wizards aren't already a punch-line among NBA circles, but how long until NBA-oblivious Ma and Pa Kettle are watching the last days of Jay Leno as he screeches out a joke in a sporadic high tone involving approval ratings and the names of George W. Bush and Eddie Jordan?
Scattered thoughts on the Eddie Jordan firing
bulletsforever.com 11/25/2008 — I said earlier that my thoughts on the firing of Eddie Jordan were scattered and to be honest, they still are, but I feel the need to say something so rather than try to collect them all into some garbled nonsense, here are those scattered thoughts ...
Big Hill to Climb —
Wizards Insider 12/1/2008
The Wizards were off yesterday but will be back on the court for practice today. Check back later for an update. In the meantime, put some thought into the playoff picture. Yes, it's still crazy early in the season to seriously think about seeding but ...
MMPG: Team of the Weak —
Wizards Insider 12/1/2008
Golden State Warriors Oh, no, Jamal. I'm not kidding. When it comes to losing, we're nothing like New York. We're on another level in the Bay. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images) There was a lot of competition for the honors, rather ...
MMPG: Player of the Week —
Wizards Insider 12/1/2008
Devin Harris, New Jersey Nets Oh yeah, it's not just Dallas. I used to be a Wizard, too. (AP Photo by Rick Scuteri) The Dallas Mavericks won't admit it while Jason Kidd is still with the team, but almost every time he steps on the court this season, ...
MMPG: The FourCast —
Wizards Insider 12/1/2008
C'mon, man. It's bad enough I haven't figured out how to play with Elton Brand. Now you won't let me see anything, either.(Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images) 1. Orlando at Boston (Monday) Of note: Probably the best matchup of the week, this game ...
Monday Update: Difficult Schedule —
Wizards Insider 12/1/2008
Tough week ahead for a 2-12 team that is searching for something to feel good about: The Wizards are at New Jersey tomorrow night, home to Portland and the Lakers Wednesday and Friday night and at Chicago Saturday night. "The most important one is ...
