Quotes by Bernie Bickerstaff

“This was not adversarial at all. He called me and said he appreciated the fact we gave him his first contract, but he felt that the minutes would not be there for him.”

“His leadership and knowledge of our system makes him an invaluable piece of our building process. We are excited to have him back and know that our younger players will continue to benefit from his presence.”

“Were looking for young players who need an opportunity to play, to get minutes, ... Players whove got skills, athleticism, and talent but need opportunity. Thats how you get better.”

“He is a proven outside shooter and has shown success rebounding the ball, ... We look forward to having him on our roster.”

“I could see the guys hyperventilating,”

“We are happy that Gerald will continue his career and development with the Charlotte Bobcats. He is a quality young man and has considerable upside.”

“Were good listeners and good facilitators. We have to make a decision not to do anything that is vindictive, but just to try to do something that we can derive some benefit from...”

“He is a proven outside shooter and has shown success rebounding the ball. We look forward to having him on our roster.”

“I could see the guys hyperventilating.”

“Its not an embarrassment to lose to Detroit that way. They are a very good basketball team. But I told my guys that I would go in a foxhole with them any day. They never lay down, and Im very proud of them.”