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Cavs Ditch Duncan As Public-Address AnnouncerDuncan Drew Criticism For Colorful StylePOSTED: 5:35 pm EDT August 7,
2006 UPDATED: 5:45 pm EDT August 7,
2006 CLEVELAND -- More changes are being made involving the Cleveland Cavaliers in game presentation.A week after the Cavs showed Michael Reghi the door with two years left on his contract, owner Dan Gilbert is now changing his public address announcer, reported 5 On Your Side sports director Chris Miller.Ronnie Duncan lasted just one year amid a firestorm of complaints for his colorful style. Duncan said Monday that his contributions weren't truly appreciated by the team, but he holds no ill feelings.A statement released by the Cavs said, "The Cleveland Cavaliers will not be extending Ronnie Duncan's contract as our in-game public address announcer for the 2006-2007 season. Our agreement with Mr. Duncan was a one-year contract, which expired at the conclusion of the past season. The Cavaliers will launch a search immediately to hire a new announcer." Copyright 2006 by NewsNet5. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Cleveland CavaliersSponsored Links | Sports E-News |