The Minnesota Timberwolves made a move at their head coaching position. It was very odd to see an NBA team fire a coach mid-season, have the replacement come from another organization AND receive a long-term deal. Discussion on hiring practices and opportunities for minorities. Chat on the concerns the NBCA have about the Minnesota Timberwolves new hiring.

Stephanie Ready, Turner Sports
Stephanie took part on the NBA TV broadcast of HBCU games this past week in celebration of Black History Month. Was over the moon excited to be a part of the telecast especially being an HBCU grad herself.It gave people a glimpse of what life is like at an HBCU. The women took full advantage of the spotlight and showed out during their game. Hopes to see more of these games aired on television. It was historic in that it was the first time NBA TV aired college basketball games. The day was a huge success. Its good to see student athletes say, what can I do for this HBCU, instead of what can this HBCU do for me. There are lots of D-1 HBCU schools and everything a student athlete is looking for in a school, can be found in a HBCU. We are starting to see billionaires put money into HBCUs. This is a game changer.

Theo Ratliff, Former All Star F/C
Kudos to the players that has stepped up to support Timberwolves assistant David Vanterpool. He should have at least been named interim head coach. Theo has never seen a coach hired mid-season from another organization and signs a long-term deal. Coaching changes are a major distraction for players. Especially when you go out of the organization mid-season for the replacement. Minnesota wasn't thinking about the players when they made this change. The season is starting all over for them. Adam Silver is doing an excellent job of listening to the players when it comes to social justice. Theo reflects on his All Star career. Theo was known as a big time shot blocker and defensive player. Talks about how he got to the University of Wyoming from a small town in Alabama.