...Unfortunately,
not Scott Skiles
This was the year
to expect great things from the Milwaukee Bucks. Having a full season with the lighting quick back-court of (Brandon) Jennings and (Monta) Ellis, and a better cast of big men
guiding the paint I was looking forward to Scott Skiles coaching them. Well with coach Skiles being fired it will
take the players to band together more than ever before. Skiles after 5-years only managed a record of
162-182 which wasn't nearly close enough for this franchise. It’s said that change is good. Hopefully, this is the change the Bucks need
to jump-start their playoff run and to a brighter tomorrow.
Since there
hasn't been a major snow storm this year in Milwaukee, as of yet, could this be
the storm Bucks fans are afraid of? Where
Jennings doesn't sign an extension and leaves to become a free agent, Monta
Ellis also moves on since he has a player option and worst of all current owner
Herb Kohl sells the team and Milwaukee is no longer home of the Bucks’.
I'm optimistic on
the brighter future the Bucks’ can have.
Here is what I believe should happen:
First and
foremost sign Brandon Jennings to a long-term contract. By doing so it secures a young star for the
future, and the fans can identify him as their franchise player. He seems very
loyal to this city and is a perfect center piece to build a franchise around. Add a solid wing-player and a consistent post-player
then brighter days’ are ahead. Milwaukee
is not the first, second, nor third option for most NBA players to come and
play here. However in Jennings I think
we have a guy who really doesn’t mind making it cool here.
A new arena is a
MUST! What’s the phrase “if you build it they will come” well build away. Look at what a new stadium did for the
development and success of the Milwaukee Brewers on and off the field. A new arena will create and bring excitement
to the city. Having a state of the art arena
would allow a stronger sale for bring more entertainment acts to Milwaukee
which ultimately creates more revenue for the city. Not to mention a greater possibility of hosting
the NBA All-Star game.
A new Owner,
maybe billionaire Michael Heisley from Chicago, who notice there is something unique
here in Milwaukee if give the proper attention.
Heisley former owner of the Memphis Grizzlies was willing to spend money
while creating a winning atmosphere.
Just what this franchise needs!
I look at
franchises like Memphis, Oklahoma City, or Indiana as the blue print on how to
be successful in a "small market".
Skiles might be
gone, but if the correct moves are made the future of the Milwaukee Bucks can
be bright once again one win at a time.
Until next time, live out your DREAMS with some Determination, put forth Real Efforts and given your Abilities; Means you will have Success.
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