I always thought J.B Bickerstaff got a bit of a raw deal with how things ended with the Cavs.
Surely there were no agendas there.
At least he’s been around and has some experience rebuilding a franchise/culture.
As we can see, that new culture starts with banning players from wearing hoodies at practice.
Honestly, I can see both sides to this approach.
On the one hand, it’s important to be professional.
When creating a new culture you have start at ground zero and redoeverything.
Especially when that former culture is the Pistons who have been a disaster.
So while this may seem small and insignificant, I believe it all matters on some level.
It sets a tone.
Sometimes having a professional take over and change the vibe in the room can be a good thing.
Especially if the results don’t start translating onto the court.
My guess is their issues are far deeper than some players wearing their hoodies during practice.
What does Bickerstaff have planned to turn around their offense/defense?
As with everything, it’s much easier to establish buy-in when that buy-in leads to wins.
Sadly, I think we all know how this ends.
