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North Carolina Hires NBA Champ Michael Malone as Coach

4/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

North Carolina is set to hire Michael Malone, the former Denver Nuggets head coach.
Michael Malone led the Denver Nuggets for ten seasons and won a National Basketball Association (NBA) championship in 2023.
He was fired in April 2025 despite a 471-327 record.
The Tar Heels dismissed Hubert Davis after their first-round NCAA Tournament exit.

History

Historical Context

The Denver Nuggets achieved their first NBA championship in 2023, after 47 seasons in the league, under coach Michael Malone. This victory followed years of playoff struggles, including injuries to key players like Jamal Murray. Meanwhile, the dismissal of Hubert Davis from the North Carolina Tar Heels highlights the high expectations in college basketball, where coaching changes often follow disappointing performances.

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Story summary

North Carolina is set to hire Michael Malone, the former Denver Nuggets head coach.
Michael Malone led the Denver Nuggets for ten seasons and won a National Basketball Association (NBA) championship in 2023.
He was fired in April 2025 despite a 471-327 record.
The Tar Heels dismissed Hubert Davis after their first-round NCAA Tournament exit.

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