Taylor Irked At Moves By Brown

[Shapecity]

<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Maurice Taylor was insulted and offended that Larry Brown placed him on the inactive list without speaking to him about it, and said it was an indication of a lack of communication between the coaching staff and the players.

"It's typical of what goes on here," the nine-year veteran said.

"It's a slap in the face. Nobody ever knows who's going to play and who's not."

Taylor missed the previous two games with an injured left knee, but said he was healthy enough to play last night. Brown said he probably could have played, but wanted to stick with the same group that beat the Bucks Saturday and didn't tell Taylor before he informed reporters.</div>

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[Mr. J]

It's a very legitimate point by Taylor. Even though we're winning and playing better with Taylor not on the floor, I would at least have the audacity to confront him and explain to him why.

So, I guess this is the players' fault too. They shouldn't have a right to not know why they were put on the IR.

 

[Shapecity]

Mo Taylor has never been a stand out character. He's been a cry baby his entire career. I do agree with some of his points, but why go public with it? Telling people he's offended and insulted by it is laughable. I think the money he makes for the effort he gives is an insult to people who work hard for their money.

I'm sure Larry Brown didn't extend him any explanation, because Mo Taylor doesn't deserve one.

I'd love to see the Knicks tell him to stay home the rest of the season.

 

[Tribute to H2O]

Maurice Taylor wants an explanation from Larry Brown? Apparently Taylor is confused about the roles on this team. Larry Brown is the coach. Taylor is the player. Larry Brown as the coach doesnt owe his players a damn thing. With that said if Taylor is truly sincere about wanting an explanation then he should look no further than Malik Rose who has been playing extremely well as of late, playing defense, rebounding the ball, hitting his open shots and simply putting in a great effort maybe just maybe if Taylor were to learn how to do all of those things he wouldnt be left on the inactive list.

<div class="quote_poster">Quoting MrJ:</div><div class="quote_post">It's a very legitimate point by Taylor. Even though we're winning and playing better with Taylor not on the floor, I would at least have the audacity to confront him and explain to him why.

So, I guess this is the players' fault too. They shouldn't have a right to not know why they were put on the IR.</div>

First of all there is no IR anymore. Second of all Taylor needs to just shut up and be ready when Larry Brown calls his number which I hope is never. Third of all there is a reason why you're not getting paid millions of dollars to coach a professional sports team. Larry Brown simply cant do any right by you. You whine about a constantly shifting rotation. Larry gives you that and you're still complaining. I guess there's just no pleasing some people.

 

[Mr. J]

<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Tribute to H2O:</div><div class="quote_post">First of all there is no IR anymore. Second of all Taylor needs to just shut up and be ready when Larry Brown calls his number which I hope is never. Third of all there is a reason why you're not getting paid millions of dollars to coach a professional sports team. Larry Brown simply cant do any right by you. You whine about a constantly shifting rotation. Larry gives you that and you're still complaining. I guess there's just no pleasing some people.</div>
I'm happy Taylor's there, but an explanation is what would be best. Brown should be letting players know why they're inactive, so they'll work harder in practice and try to prove themselves. I support this move, all I'm saying is Brown should make it clear of all the players roles.