Lawrence Frank may not be the chic pick of many Chicago Bulls fans to replace the recently fired Vinny Del Negro, but Orlando Magic star Vince Carter fully endorses the candidacy of his former coach.

Carter played for Frank for five seasons with the New Jersey Nets, and he believes his work ethic sets him apart from some of his peers.

“He was great,” Carter told ESPNChicago.com after the Magic’s shootaround Monday morning. “Very intense.”

“It’s just like being with [Orlando Magic head coach] Stan [Van Gundy]. Very passionate about the game. He wants to win. And he tries to bring out the best in his players. He’s great. He pushes you. He listens. He’s stubborn sometimes, but you kind of have an appreciation for that because he works hard and he wants to win.”