Michael Malone, the former head coach of the Denver Nuggets, is now with ESPN. Now, he’s bringing that expert coverage to the Western Conference Finals for our readers. This announcement follows Malone’s recent departure from the Nuggets, where he made history by leading the franchise to its first NBA championship in 2023.
Malone’s time with the Nuggets featured several notable accomplishments, not the least of which saw him become the franchise’s career leader in wins. Surprisingly, his tenure with the team ended abruptly when he was terminated. There were just three games remaining in the regular season at that point. The decision came in the wake of a frustratingly short playoff run. Malone’s squad was then eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in a thrilling seven-game series.
Malone’s duties will include appearing on the “NBA Countdown” pregame and halftime studio show. We’re excited that he’ll be on-the-ground at each game throughout the series. Philly has a wealth of experience and knowledge, which will only improve our broadcast. Malone will be part of an all-star cast of sports journalism luminaries. This list features Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith, Bob Myers, Kendrick Perkins and Shams Charania.
David Adelman was an assistant coach under Malone. After Malone’s exit, Adelman replaced Malone as head coach of the Nuggets the rest of the way. With Adelman at the helm, this team wanted to refocus and review their success in the wake of a lost playoff appearance.
Malone’s move to broadcasting should be no surprise as the Hall of Famer’s love of the game and brash demeanor made him perfect for television. Whether you are a diehard basketball fan or just a casual observer, Marc’s takeaways will ring true to you. As Malone steps into this new role, fans will be keen to hear his perspective on the ongoing playoffs and the dynamics of the teams competing for the championship.
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