As expected, Hansen's remarks after the game caused a huge controversy.
First, Carrell was forced to resign.
ESPN and Nike have intricate ties, and that kind of interest means Nike needs only to apply some pressure for ESPN to make the "right" choice.
However, Carrell found a job at TNT the next day.
As ESPN's biggest competitor, TNT felt obliged to step in at this time.
Second, Hansen was blasted straight into the hot search by LeBron fans.
"A person who can't even play has the nerve to comment on the team's key player."
"LeBron averages 34.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, 6.8 assists against the Magic; no one on the Cavaliers has the right to question him."
"If it weren't for LeBron bringing you to the Cavaliers, would you be where you are today? Ungrateful!"
"LeBron has it tough; leading a team of misfits to the Eastern Conference Finals, he has given everything to Cleveland."
"I've always said he is a top-tier LeBron Hater, get him out of Cleveland fast!"
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