Several veteran executives observing from the outside were surprised at the way things unfolded. “I don’t think I’ve seen a coach address the media, coach practice and get let go,” one exec said. “Terrible optics.” When reached by SNY for comment on the information in this story, Fizdale declined to discuss the specific details. But he did say that he hopes Miller gets “a chance to stay on as head coach after this year.” “I hope Mike, who I remain in touch with, and the players there can continue to build on what we started together,” Fizdale added.