Really? Classy guy. As others have posted on here, Myron has wrote in depth stories on Fred before. How do you know what he knows and doesn't? Only person talking out of their *** is you.
Here are a few factoids for reflection.
1) He who restrains his lips is wise. Listening to or participating in gossip robs us of valuable time. Only God knows what is in a person’s heart, but this thread has had more than its share of fear driven conjecture and comments. So, as much as I hate to further the thread, it seems a few additional considerations are in order.
2) A number of NBA general managers already believe there is no question that Fred Hoiberg is capable of making the move to an NBA coaching job any time he would chose to do so. However, any offer would require a long-term commitment from an NBA team since Fred could stay at Iowa State as long as he wishes. NBA general managers need to cover themselves in making such commitments. The longer Fred stays at Iowa State building his resume and credentials, the move comfortable an NBA general manager would be with making such a commitment and the more money they could offer. Allowing time for the twins graduate from high school would only serve to build his resume and initial offer if he eventually decides to make a move.
3) As it relates to recruiting, you have to ask why would any truly great prospective player would wish to play on a team whose coach was not held in such high regard by the NBA general managers?
4) From the perspective of current NBA general managers any highly talented basketball player in the country would greatly increase their stock and future prospects by joining Fred’s program at Iowa State University today, tomorrow or at any point in the future. Fred’s keen NBA basketball acumen, style of play, and player empowerment maximizes a players potential creating a high powered pipeline to the next level and NBA success.
5) Reliable sources suggest that at least two GMs have attempted to feel out Fred's interest in an NBA coaching position, but it is said he turned them down. This is not to say he will never make the move, but there are other considerations. Fred and Carol have four children which they deeply love and as disruptive as moving can be for parents, it is even more traumatic for kids.
6) At the end of one’s life it is important to consider the legacy one builds is not found in their career alone, but in the formation of a lasting family foundational relationships and values that transcend career aspirations alone. Fred and Carol met in high school and attended Iowa State together. His parents had teaching careers with his mom in elementary school and his dad at ISU. For those who simply don’t get it, growing up here in the heart of Iowa beats the heck out of large city crime and uncertainty. People move here simply because it is a great place to raise a family and instill the values that will carry them through life. Men of integrity can see, feel and taste it!
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If that is not enough, in the past Fred has said, “Some people have come here and used this job as a stepping stone but this is where I want to be. I’m really happy here. I’d love to coach here for 20 years.” This is not just some manufactured love story, the bond between Hoiberg and Iowa State is real! Iowa State has helped sweeten the pot with a 10-year, $20 million deal through 2023. That is about a 41% increase.
8) Fred is more than a coach here at ISU. He is family and everyone in the community feels that way. Is it Heaven, no it is Iowa! That is good enough for now! So, let’s forget the ridiculous conjecture about a move to the pros.
