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Nuggets Fire Coach Malone Days Before Playoffs

4/9/2025

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Nuggets Fire Coach

In a shocking move, the Denver Nuggets have parted ways with head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth just three games before the playoffs. Malone, who guided the team to its first NBA Championship in 2023, leaves behind an impressive 471-327 record. David Adelman steps in as interim coach, as the Nuggets gear up for a critical postseason.

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Nuggets Fire Coach

In a shocking move, the Denver Nuggets have parted ways with head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth just three games before the playoffs. Malone, who guided the team to its first NBA Championship in 2023, leaves behind an impressive 471-327 record. David Adelman steps in as interim coach, as the Nuggets gear up for a critical postseason.

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