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Championship Coach Michael Malone Fired Amid Front Office Tensions

9/23/2025

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Michael Malone, former Nuggets head coach, was fired after a disappointing end to the season despite winning the 2023 NBA championship.
Tensions with the Nuggets' front office, including GM Calvin Booth, contributed to his dismissal.
He joined ESPN's NBA Countdown for the 2025-26 season to provide playoff analysis and insights.
His 471-327 coaching record stands.

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Michael Malone, former Nuggets head coach, was fired after a disappointing end to the season despite winning the 2023 NBA championship.
Tensions with the Nuggets' front office, including GM Calvin Booth, contributed to his dismissal.
He joined ESPN's NBA Countdown for the 2025-26 season to provide playoff analysis and insights.
His 471-327 coaching record stands.