What just happened? No, not another trade, of course not! But another very, very, very weird turn of events. An unexpected one, to say the least. Shocking? Oh, hell yeah! But wait, what is going on? Major news from the Denver Nuggets has thrown the NBA world into a frenzy, all centered around their head coach, Michael Malone.
Fans and analysts credit Coach Mike as the greatest leader in the Nuggets’ history. His years of relentless hard work produced results in the form of their first championship win in 2023. But then, it looks like losing four consecutive games this season has taken a heavy toll on the 53-year-old Michael Malone. And once again, ESPN’s Shams Charania is back with devastating news.
By now, you must have guessed where this is going. However, without further beating around the bush: “The Denver Nuggets have fired coach Michael Malone.” Does it sound like a nightmare? Well, here’s the thing- it’s not.
BREAKING: The Denver Nuggets have fired coach Michael Malone, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/bZoKRx6kgt
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) April 8, 2025
And maybe, just maybe, Malone handed the franchise the perfect reason to expel him. And, not too long ago! Most importantly, the Nuggets didn’t just fire Michael Malone—they let go of someone else, too.
Michael Malone’s confession might’ve played a role in this tough call as another one finds his way out
The Denver Nuggets have shown the door to not one but two major figures. We already know the front office has fired head coach Malone. But along with him, general manager Calvin Booth is also bidding his farewell. This sudden expulsion episode comes as a shock for many as the NBA Playoffs are peeping around the corner. And as the fourth seed in the West, the Nuggets are drawing serious attention as a major threat.
But just two days ago, Mike Malone made a major confession before the media after losing the game 120-125 vs. the Indiana Pacers. This was their fourth straight loss, and the situation didn’t look favorable. “I’ll start with me,” Malone said. “We’ve lost four games in a row, and I’m never going to this guy, that guy. How about me as a head coach, you know, not doing my job to the best of my ability?” Could it be possible that the 53-year-old’s sense of accountability led to this disheartening fate?
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