Having read that article, I have to say I lost a little bit of respect for Ricki.
A good leader knows when its time to get out. He might have stayed 6 months longer at the Phoenix than necessary but he got out when it became apparent it was time to. I think if he cannot see that its time to get out, he is delusional.
I have not been one to kick Ricki but he needs a brick bat for that. Granted its media and they can slant it how they like but its not a good look. It just wreaks of absolute god/messiah complex and arrogance.
Or he was simply feeling very emotional JV.
Still should not have said it though
And it is time to move on.