The Nuggets head coach was quick in defending Mike Brown.
Malone, a former Kings coach, said he was not surprised by the move based on how he believes the organization operates.. “One, because as an NBA head coach, ultimately, you’re gonna get the blame. When they win, it’s gonna go to Sabonis and Fox, and when you lose, it’s gonna go to Mike Brown . That’s the way it works. And two, who he works for.”Kings vs.
Brown became the first unanimous NBA Coach of the Year award winner after the Kings finished third in the Western Conference with a 48-34 record during the 2022-23 season. This marked Brown’s second time receiving the honors, winning his first Coach of the Year award after leading the Cavaliers to 66 wins during the 2008-09 season.
Kings assistant coach Doug Christie will reportedly take over as the interim head coach for the time being, as a permanent replacement has yet to be announced.
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