Here is the first article (that I've read anyway) of many to follow attacking Larry Brown. I wouldn't want to coach these Knicks either: with such a high payroll, expectations are much higher than the talent of the team could live up to. The Knicks might make the playoffs, barely, but they may not.
Knicks' Teacher Needs to Call Recess - New York Times
The notion of playing the right way perpetuates the myth that too many basketball experts have bought into: that basketball skills in the United States are on the decline. The truth is, N.B.A. talent is better than ever. Even the most stubborn N.B.A. old-timer concedes that today's players are bigger, more athletic and stronger. The problem is adults with authority trying to cram talent into boxes, suits and triangles. Let them play free. They have to have discipline to enjoy the freedom.That's the lesson Larry Brown should be teaching the Knicks' young players.The Knicks' triangular hierarchy has some lessons to learn as well. Thomas has made lots of flashy moves in two seasons, but he has to pack away the smoke and mirrors and build a solid foundation. Marbury, 29 in February, will have to decide once and for all that he will submit to the will of his coach.
Finally, Brown, the N.B.A.'s ultimate teaching coach, must realize he has lessons to learn as well.I wouldn't get too carried away with catchy phrases that hearken back to yesteryear. There is no Rasheed Wallace on this Knicks team, no Ben Wallace, no Tayshaun Prince, no Rip Hamilton.Brown will be the first to tell you that without talent, “Playing The Right Way” is a classroom slogan that rings hollow.
Tags: Knicks, /Basketball
