Denver Nuggets Shake Up: Malone and Booth Fired Amid Playoff Pressure
In a surprising move just days before the NBA playoffs, the Denver Nuggets have fired their head coach Michael Malone and General Manager Calvin Booth. This decision comes despite Malone leading the team to their first championship in 2023 and having Nikola Jokic, considered one of the best players in the league, on the roster. The shakeup raises questions about the team's strategy and future performance.
Key Points
The Denver Nuggets fired head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth just days before the NBA playoffs.
Malone had been with the team for 10 years and led them to their first championship in 2023.
Nikola Jokic, considered the best player on the team, might not win the MVP award due to competition from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and voter fatigue.
The timing of the firings, close to the playoffs, suggests panic and raises questions about the team's strategy.
