March 2010 Basketball Wiretap

Ewing Confirms He Spoke To Jordan About Charlotte Job

Dec 31, 2010 9:47 AM

Patrick Ewing has confirmed that he had conversations with Michael Jordan about replacing Larry Brown as Charlotte's head coach.

He did not say if he was offered the job.

"I talk to Michael all the time, so there definitely was a phone call," Ewing said. "It depends on what we talked about."

Paul Silas was eventually named Bobcats coach.

"My aspirations have never changed," Ewing said of getting a head-coaching job. "We have two more years on our contract, so I'm happy."

New York Daily News

Tags: Patrick Ewing, Charlotte Hornets, Orlando Magic, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Research Shows Little Support For Bobcats To Change Name

Dec 31, 2010 9:38 AM

Changing their name isn't a widespread concern for the Bobcats, based on the team's market research.

Pete Guelli, who heads the franchise's marketing, told the Charlotte Observer that the team's recent market study showed no support for a name change.

Some fans have expressed a desire for a change.

Charlotte Observer

Tags: Charlotte Hornets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Bosh Wants To Average 10 Rebounds Per Game

Dec 31, 2010 9:35 AM

Chris Bosh, in response to his critics, says that he wants to concentrate on increasing his rebounding totals this season.

"For some reason, people think I can't play basketball. I'm a very good basketball player. I can perform when it's time. For some reason, coming into this situation, people were just nitpicking. It gives me an added sense of motivation to do well because I know more people are watching, and just to shut them up. To be frank," he said.

"Ten is my number. I'm going to get there. It's going to be a little tougher than it would if I would have gotten off to a better start. Once I get to 10, I'll be happy."

Bosh is averaging 8.1 rebounds per game this season after posting a career-high 10.8 with Toronto last year.

For his career, Bosh has averaged 9.3 rebounds per game.

Miami Herald

Tags: Chris Bosh, Miami Heat, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Felton Hopes To Re-Sign With Knicks In 2012

Dec 30, 2010 7:28 PM

Raymond Felton has been much better than expected during his first two months with the Knicks and he would like to remain with the franchise after his two-year contract expires in 2012.

"I think now, I've found my home. I've found it. I'd love to spend the rest of my career in New York,'' Felton told FanHouse. "When this contract ends, hopefully we'll work out another one."

Felton is averaging 18.2 points and nine assists per game for the Knicks.

"I always felt I was among the best (point guards), but now I'm getting the chance to show in different ways, from assists to defending, on the big stage, getting the exposure, showing everyone what I'm capable of,'' Felton said. "Did I know it would happen like this? No. Did I hope it would? Yes. It's been great so far, and I'm having a lot of fun.''

Felton was held back in some regard during his tenure with the Bobcats.

"I'm not going to say anything bad about Charlotte, but it was a different type of offense. This kind of fits me a little better. And winning makes everything good,'' he said. "I knew what I was getting into here, and I liked what I saw. It's been more fun than I even thought.''

FanHouse

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