re: ESPN propping up Marcus Freeman because he’s black is so funny

This is the same mindset as BLM, except in reverse.

"Oh, you wouldn't be saying that it it was a black man!"

Announcers prop up pretty much every new coach. "Just going to need some time to change the culture. Just needs to get some more of his players in there." Etc.

I challenge you to name one first year coach ever that the announcers didn't give the benefit of the doubt and say flattering things.