And Then – Just Like That – There Were Only Three Candidates to Coach Mavs

Too much to ask for this guy? Guess so. According to Mike Fisher – as Mavs-connected as anyone in this town -- over at DallasBasketball.com, the Mavs have narrowed their coaching search to Mike D’Antoni, Rick Carlisle and Jeff Van Gundy. Two reactions: 1. Dang that was fast. 2. Yuck...

By Richie Whitt

May 2, 2008

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Too much to ask for this guy? Guess so.

According to Mike Fisher – as Mavs-connected as anyone in this town -- over at DallasBasketball.com, the Mavs have narrowed their coaching search to Mike D’Antoni, Rick Carlisle and Jeff Van Gundy.

Two reactions:

1. Dang that was fast.

2. Yuck.

Still, I’m holding a candle for Pat Riley.

Anyone with me? No? -- Richie Whitt

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