I think he has to give credit to Don Nelson as well. Remember nobody in the Golden State front office wanted Steph Curry; because of his lack of defense. Don Nelson, who never cares about defense said he wanted curry. He saw Steve Nash in curry! The golden state warriors front office gets way too much credit. Also Don Nelson signed David Lee as well.
Stephen is right about one thing though. A lot of hate towards Mark Jackson, from management was because of his devotion to his faith. There were tons of reports, that Mark Jackson anti-homosexual stances, were a rift between the Bay Area executives and Jackson. Mark Jackson wasn't that good; but he still got railroaded.
If Chris Mullun gets fired from SJU. Maybe Mark Jackson and SJU can settle their differences and he finally coaches us. That's just wishful thinking!