Article: Coaching change changes Murray.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

Lamond Murray's old coach watches him with regularity on satellite television in his Texas home. He sees his improved defense. He sees him hustle more. He sees the 20-point games pile up for the Cavaliers.

John Lucas' old coach watches his former player on the sidelines. He watches carefully how Lucas interacts with Murray, his high-scoring small forward. He likes what he sees.

"John is a real good match for Lamond," said Bill Fitch, who once coached both men.

Fitch coached Lucas when he played for Houston from 1984-86. He was coach of the Clippers from 1994-98, Murray's first four seasons in the NBA.

Fitch is hardly alone in his ...

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