Miami Heat Presser 2005-2006
Hello everyone, thank you for coming to the press conference. I’m going to read a statement, introduce our new players, and then open up the floor to questions.
The fans in Miami have been disappointed, and they have every reason to be. We haven’t been capitalizing on our potential. We have yet to send anyone to an All Star game. We have yet to make the playoffs. We have yet to make the splash in the NBA that we know we are capable of.
Most of that blame falls on me. I haven’t been able to formulate a successful plan in regards to acquiring players or utilizing those players. But I remain vigilant, and with a bit of luck and resilience, I see our fortunes changing very soon.
Part of that luck has already happened, and he’s sitting next to me now. He comes to us from New Jersey, confident enough in his skills that he skipped college altogether. I am also confident in his skills, and I believe that if we are going to go in the direction I hope for, he will be the one taking us there. It might be a lot to ask of an 18 year-old, but I know he is up to the task. Ladies and gentlemen, Andrew Bynum!
I’d also like to introduce our free agent acquisitions. James Posey will bring his defensive aggression and his outside shooting, and Troy Murphy brings energy and enthusiasm. We are proud to have them on our team.
Lastly, I want to extend a great thanks to Tyson Chandler, who was a professional for us throughout his tenure here. We wish him all the best in Milwaukee.
Now we’re going to open up the floor. Questions?