Denver Nuggets Shake-Up: Malone Fired and Booth's Contract Not Extended Amid Playoff Push
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The Denver Nuggets have made significant changes to their leadership, firing head coach Michael Malone and deciding not to extend the contract of general manager Calvin Booth. This decision comes as the team struggles with a recent losing streak, aiming to improve their chances in the 2025 NBA championship race. David Adelman will serve as interim head coach for the remainder of the season.
Key Points
Michael Malone, the winningest coach in Nuggets history, was fired after 10 seasons with the team.
Calvin Booth's contract as general manager will not be extended, ending his tenure immediately.
David Adelman will take over as head coach for the rest of the season.
The Nuggets are currently struggling, having lost four consecutive games and seven of their last ten.
The decision aims to improve the team's chances of winning the 2025 NBA championship.
Malone led the Nuggets to their only NBA title in 2023 against the Miami Heat.
