Coaching search

[BoogieTime]

I think we all can sense Gentry won't be back. According to Marc Stein:

https://www.blazersedge.com/2022/4/9/23018078/former-blazers-coach-terry-stotts-candidate-for-kings-job?src=rss

Amid a growing expectation that the Kings will not make interim coach Alvin Gentry their full-time coach, after Sacramento missed the playoffs for the 16th successive season, various veterans have been increasingly mentioned as likely contenders for the post. Coaching free agents Terry Stotts and Mike D’Antoni, alongside Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown and Nets coaching consultant Steve Clifford, are all frequently cited in league coaching circles as potential targets for Sacramento. The Kings are said to be seeking a proven coach who can bring an immediate halt to the longest playoff drought in league history

No Clifford or Brown, why would they be candidates? Though I like going after proven and not playing with Christie or some other assistant.

[blind prophet]

I'm not sure who I'd want precisely, but I hope the next coach let's Fox run and runs the offense through Sabonis frequently.

[BoogieTime]

As for Alvin, I always got the impression that he was looking forward to retirement. He probably knew this was his last chance, and I didn't see that fire in the belly from him to fight for a career. Just seemed old. Maybe its the age

[jeffjtk1234]

I think we all can sense Gentry won't be back. According to Marc Stein:

https://www.blazersedge.com/2022/4/9/23018078/former-blazers-coach-terry-stotts-candidate-for-kings-job?src=rss

Amid a growing expectation that the Kings will not make interim coach Alvin Gentry their full-time coach, after Sacramento missed the playoffs for the 16th successive season, various veterans have been increasingly mentioned as likely contenders for the post. Coaching free agents Terry Stotts and Mike D’Antoni, alongside Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown and Nets coaching consultant Steve Clifford, are all frequently cited in league coaching circles as potential targets for Sacramento. The Kings are said to be seeking a proven coach who can bring an immediate halt to the longest playoff drought in league history

No Clifford or Brown, why would they be candidates? Though I like going after proven and not playing with Christie or some other assistant.

Clifford runs an offense tailor made for Sabonis. Brown is a defensive minded coach.

I’m all for Stotts or D’Antoni, or Atkinson.


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[codydaze]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

[BoogieTime]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

Aside from being a fan favorite and local guy I think Doug needs to prove a lot more to being thought of as real quality head coaching option. But maybe he stays as a assistant and improves his resume

[codydaze]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

Aside from being a fan favorite and local guy I think Doug needs to prove a lot more to being thought of as real quality head coaching option. But maybe he stays as a assistant and improves his resume

Definitely which is why I wouldn't hire him right now but would be happy if he was groomed for the role on the bench for the next 3-4 years until he's ready.

[LightTheBeam]

I've heard some good things about Ham the last 2 years. Wouldn't mind going after him if we want to get a fresh voice in the locker room. Former player, has had success in Milwaukee

[BoogieTime]

This is a fortunate summer in that only the Lakers job might be the only other opening. A lot of summers have a third of the league up for vacancies

[rpa]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

For the love of God no.

Unless the Kings somehow lure a coach here who's part of an established tree there's no scenario where Doug stays with the organization and becomes coach in the future. If that's what he wants (to be a head coach) he needs to go learn under someone competent (ideally good or elite).

[codydaze]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

For the love of God no.

Unless the Kings somehow lure a coach here who's part of an established tree there's no scenario where Doug stays with the organization and becomes coach in the future. If that's what he wants (to be a head coach) he needs to go learn under someone competent (ideally good or elite).

You don't think Steve Clifford is a good option to learn under?

[rpa]

I'd rank my choices as Atkinson first then a toss up between Stotts/Clifford second.

I don't think it would be a bad idea to bring in Clifford to lay some foundation for our defense with a succession plan to have Doug take over somewhere in the next 3-4 years.

For the love of God no.

Unless the Kings somehow lure a coach here who's part of an established tree there's no scenario where Doug stays with the organization and becomes coach in the future. If that's what he wants (to be a head coach) he needs to go learn under someone competent (ideally good or elite).

You don't think Steve Clifford is a good option to learn under?

Nope. I'd much rather he learn under a legit good, veteran coach.

[BoogieTime]

For the love of God no.

Unless the Kings somehow lure a coach here who's part of an established tree there's no scenario where Doug stays with the organization and becomes coach in the future. If that's what he wants (to be a head coach) he needs to go learn under someone competent (ideally good or elite).

You don't think Steve Clifford is a good option to learn under?

Nope. I'd much rather he learn under a legit good, veteran coach.

I'm with you on Clifford, but I don't think Doug is even being picky about where he is an assistant about now.

IMO its only in Sacramento where he is seen as some type of diamond in the rough, but maybe his career surprises me

[codydaze]

For the love of God no.

Unless the Kings somehow lure a coach here who's part of an established tree there's no scenario where Doug stays with the organization and becomes coach in the future. If that's what he wants (to be a head coach) he needs to go learn under someone competent (ideally good or elite).

You don't think Steve Clifford is a good option to learn under?

Nope. I'd much rather he learn under a legit good, veteran coach.

I don't necessarily agree with that, I think Clifford is a solid coach and would certainly help us install some defensive foundation. He took over a 21 win Charlotte team and got them to 43 wins the next season and took a 25 win Orlando team and got them to 42 wins the next season. Also consistently had his teams in the top 10 defenses in the league. Not saying he's a Pop or Spo but there's only 4-5 of those in the league.

[rpa]

I don't necessarily agree with that, I think Clifford is a solid coach and would certainly help us install some defensive foundation. He took over a 21 win Charlotte team and got them to 43 wins the next season and took a 25 win Orlando team and got them to 42 wins the next season. Also consistently had his teams in the top 10 defenses in the league. Not saying he's a Pop or Spo but there's only 4-5 of those in the league.

We don't need to get one of those "4-5", but if Christie is seen as a future coach then I think he'd need to learn under one of those 4-5 and not a guy like Clifford who seems "just OK" at this point.

[Silver Man]

Wouldn't mind either Atkinson or Stotts.

Hopefully whoever we hire it's Monte's decision and Vivek stays outta it....wishful thinking

Oh and absolutely no to Mark Jackson.

[BoogieTime]

Mark D'Antoni and Mark Jackson will be interviewed?

Dont even know what to say. D'Antoni has a fine record, but we've witnessed with Karl and recently Gentry that age and subsequently vigor is important to do a good job. Is anyone a fan of Mark Jackson? Wasn't he previously linked under Vivek?

No unproven assistants, as far as Ham, Hardy and whoever are concerned. Team has to start winning, no guess work

Interesting that Stotts is no longer thought of getting an interview. Maybe he and others think they are above the job? Not a big fan anyways, seems milquetoast

[blind prophet]

Per Wiretap

ESPN has reported that the Kings are considering former head coaches Mike Brown and Steve Clifford. The Athletic reported that former head coach and current ESPN broadcaster Mark Jackson is also on the list.

https://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/266762/Kings-Narrow-Down-List-Of-Coach-Candidates

Would Snyder be on the radar if he got fired?

[BoogieTime]

Per Wiretap

ESPN has reported that the Kings are considering former head coaches Mike Brown and Steve Clifford. The Athletic reported that former head coach and current ESPN broadcaster Mark Jackson is also on the list.

https://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/266762/Kings-Narrow-Down-List-Of-Coach-Candidates

Would Snyder be on the radar if he got fired?

Bro, are you serious about the last question? Would the Kings be on his? He will have his choice. If Stotts and Atkinson are above interviewing here, Quin would laugh at the suggestion

As for the finalists, while I'm not a fan of the names, I still will take a proven coach at this juncture over the guesswork of some assistant.

[wco81]

Yikes, Mark Jackson?