‘Winning Time’ Author, Who Believes Coaching Lakers Is a “Star Job”, Reveals Not Being a Fan of Latest Prospect Doc Rivers

The Los Angeles Lakers just had one of their worst seasons in franchise history. In case you have been living under a rock, the team failed to make the playoffs, which eventually led to the sacking of coach Frank Vogel. Amidst all the rumors linking top coaches to the Lakers’ job is Doc Rivers. The Philadelphia 76ers head coach is the name being linked most with LeBron James and co. However, fans and analysts are not happy with him.

Adding his name to the long list of people hating on Doc is renowned author Jeff Pearlman. The ‘Winning Time’ famed author recently gave an interview regarding the show and was asked various questions regarding the Lakers.

Talking about the Lakers’ head coach job, Pearlman talked about how underwhelming it is to see a name like Doc Rivers being linked to the Lakers.

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Pearlman said, “I also think, I know you feel this like the Lakers job is a star power job. I know that sounds stupid to people like just hire the best coach in the world, but it is a star job, and it’s more than just about basketball.”

He added, “When I just hear the names they’re going after, I know you are a Doc fan, I’m not a Doc fan. I get the idea of that, he’s a name, he’s a brand, it’s something. It all feels really underwhelming.“

Why are that fans against Doc Rivers?

Both the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers had talented rosters and big expectations. However, they both failed to deliver. While the 76ers crashed out of the second round of the playoffs, the Lake show failed to make it to the postseason.

The 76ers’ head coach job is on the line and it is likely that the franchise will get rid of Doc Rivers. Interestingly enough, he is being linked to the Lakers.

Fans all around do not approve of his appointment. Rivers’ past association with the Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics is proving to be a roadblock. Moreover, he has criticized the Lakers mercilessly in the past.

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