I can get excited about Avery Johnson. He can coach. I hope Bill Battle and Johnson both understand and discuss the importance of recruiting, development of players and promoting the program. There is a big difference in getting a high school player ready to play in the SEC than getting a first round draft pick ready for the NBA.
Another concern I have is why Bill Battle has taken this coaching search public. It looks to be like he is floating names around to get the fans reaction. I don't want a coach who can win the announcement press conference. I want a coach that can win games and compete for championships.
Avery Johnson would be a great hire.
BAMA would be best served by a coach with professional level experience.
I think it is generally easier for a coach to transition from pro to college than from college to pro.
I share your concern about the coaching search going public.
Dubose was the people's choice.
Battle needs to be only concerned with what is best for the program.
I still think 5 - 7 year coaching window is a reasonable expectation. They do not necessarily need to hire someone who will be in Tuscaloosa for 20 years. That was the plan with Grant and here we are.