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Michael Malone Seeks New Coaching Role After Nuggets Success

10/24/2025

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Michael Malone, former head coach of the Denver Nuggets, plans to pursue another coaching position.
In an ESPN interview, Malone said he wants to return to a team environment, saying coaching is in his blood.
Malone led the Nuggets to their first championship in 2023.
He was fired after an 11-13 stretch this season.
Despite limited openings, Malone plans to return to coaching while joining ESPN's NBA Countdown.

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Michael Malone, former head coach of the Denver Nuggets, plans to pursue another coaching position.
In an ESPN interview, Malone said he wants to return to a team environment, saying coaching is in his blood.
Malone led the Nuggets to their first championship in 2023.
He was fired after an 11-13 stretch this season.
Despite limited openings, Malone plans to return to coaching while joining ESPN's NBA Countdown.