Twitter Ridicules Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert for Parting Ways with GM David Griffin

As the Cleveland Cavaliers transition from their third-straight NBA Finals appearance to a pivotal offseason, they parted ways with general manager David Griffin on Monday.

ESPN's Brian Windhorst and Dave McMenamin broke the surprising news, reporting that Griffin and Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert could not reach an agreement to extend his expiring contract. Per Windhorst, Gilbert did not seek the opinion of an important Griffin supporter, LeBron James.

James, who can opt out of his contract after the 2017-18 season, offered his support after the untimely move.

This major front-office change occurs amid rumors of Griffin eyeing deals for Paul George and Jimmy Butler. Following the unexpected turn, Twitter users questioned Gilbert's leadership acumen.

"

It’s like an alarm went off for Dan Gilbert.

Siri: “This is your reminder that it has been four years since you did something stupid"

— Hardwood Paroxysm (@HPbasketball) June 20, 2017"

Although Cleveland has emerged as an Eastern Conference powerhouse, it's hard to give Gilbert any credit. The Cavaliers won the draft lottery the year an all-time great prospect from Ohio entered the draft. Despite his infamous letter following James' decision to leave, they lured him back by receiving the No. 1 pick three more times.

Where would Gilbert be without a lot of luck and James? It's possible he might find out if his latest questionable call pushes James out the door again.

"

If Dan Gilbert blows having LeBron not once but twice he's unquestionably the worst owner in NBA history.

— Bryan Gibberman (@Gibberman10) June 19, 2017"

[Twitter]