The news hit the Orlando Magic players as they walked into the Amway Center one last time for the 2017 season Thursday. The team had fired general manager Rob Hennigan.
It was a move that seemed obvious and evident because of the team’s disappointing 29-win season and failure to meet expectations. The faith the team has in themselves is honorable and completely expected, but the decision became increasingly clear as the season fell apart and then ultimately ended.
There is a human cost, however.
It is easy to think of replacing a general manager with ease and everything moving on as normal.