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Unexpectedly, just three games before the end of the regular season, Michael Malone, as well as general manager Calvin Booth, were fired as the coach of the Denver Nuggets after ten years.
ESPN journalist Shams Charania spoke about the reasons for Michael Malone's dismissal.
- According to sources from the league, the decision was not made solely because of the fear of being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs this year. Allegedly, tensions between Malone and certain players had been building up for some time, and there were also constant disagreements with the management regarding the direction in which the team should go. One source close to the situation said:
"Michael Malone's message no longer had an effect. After winning the title, expectations changed and with them the dynamics in the dressing room."
As for Malone, multiple teams are expected to show interest.
His resume includes multiple deep playoff runs and a reputation as a strong leader," said Shams Charania.
The question is what will be the next challenge for the 53-year-old coach who really gave everything to help the team.
Denver's future: What will happen?
Now, after four defeats in a row, Denver's placement directly in the playoffs is threatened, because they have the same performance in the table as the seventh-ranked team in the West, which will play in the playoffs.
Currently, the Nuggets are in position four, but the Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Clippers have the same 47 wins and 32 losses as them.
Despite the fact that they have a strong roster, it is clear that this team has to change something. The atmosphere within the team does not seem good, the players are acting unseasoned, and it is clear that the management had to make some unpopular moves. Although Malone is one of the most famous names in the NBA, the time has come to say goodbye, and it is still unknown who will succeed him.
The management of Denver is certainly looking for solutions, but it is not known who they will choose as the next team leader.
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