According to a mass text message to local reporters, the Blazers have relieved general manager Rich Cho of his duties, effectively immediately. Cho was hired July 19, 2010, making his tenure with the Blazers at just about 10 short months. I just heard the announcement on 1080 The Fan as The Dan Patrick Show was just wrapping up. No word yet on what the hell is going on with the Blazers, but director of college scouting Chad Buchanon will assume GM duties until a replacement is found.From the official press release:
"The fit between Rich and our team simply wasn't right," said Trail Blazers President Larry Miller. "This was a tough move because I respect Rich and he's a good person with many strong skills. But it simply wasn't a good match."
Obviously, there aren't any facts to report right now. I'm glued to the radio, as I'm sure lots of Blazers fans are at the moment. But rest assured, something is really jacked up in the Blazers' front office. I'm sure many more details will be pouring out as the day progresses. Umm, to say this was unexpected would be selling it a little bit short, I think. This is not a good sign for Portland fans. Who knows, Paul Allen may have finally went nuts, fired everyone in the front office, and may even have hired himself as the f#$%ing coach by now. Geez, that guy is annoying sometimes.
Sometimes, change in the front office can be a good thing for an NBA basketball team. But not like this. I have a feeling this will be affecting the Blazers for longer than the next couple months.
