Denver Nuggets fire Michael Malone and Calvin Booth amidst playoff push
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Denver Nuggets Fire Michael Malone and Calvin Booth Amidst Playoff Push
- The Denver Nuggets fired Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth just days before the regular season ends, surprising many.3
- Despite a 47-32 record and a playoff spot within reach, the Nuggets opted for a leadership change after a four-game losing streak.1
- Josh Kroenke, the team owner, stated that the decision was made to maintain championship standards and give the team the best chance at competing for the 2025 NBA Championship.1
- Assistant coach David Adelman will serve as the interim head coach for the remainder of the season following Malone's firing.1
- The Nuggets made a surprising leadership change, firing both Michael Malone and Calvin Booth just before the playoffs.
- Josh Kroenke emphasized the need to maintain championship standards.
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Background
- Michael Malone was fired after 10 seasons as head coach of the Denver Nuggets, making him the winningest coach in franchise history.3
- The Nuggets are currently on a four-game losing streak and are battling for a playoff seed in a competitive Western Conference.1
- The Denver Nuggets fired Michael Malone after 10 seasons, making him the winningest coach in franchise history.
- The Nuggets are currently on a four-game losing streak as they battle for a playoff seed in the Western Conference.
- Malone had an overall record of 471-327 with the Nuggets during his tenure.