'Just Sit Back and Watch': Micah Nori Finally Addresses Blazers Contract Drama
Summary
Micah Nori was hired as the Portland Trail Blazers head coach on a contract with one guaranteed year and team options for two more. Some coaches criticized the deal as undervaluing Nori, but he said he is happy with the situation and confident in the team’s potential to win.Key Facts
- Micah Nori spent five years as lead assistant coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves before joining the Blazers.
- Nori’s contract includes one guaranteed year and team options for the next two, with a below-average base salary plus incentives.
- J.B. Bickerstaff, NBA Coaches Association president, said the contract sends a negative message about coaching value.
- The Blazers owner Tom Dundon has faced criticism for cost-cutting and rumors of relocating the team.
- Nori said he feels supported by the Blazers’ ownership and management and believes the team is ready to win now.
- The Blazers finished last season with a 42-40 record and made the playoffs for the first time in five years.
- The team recently acquired star player Ja Morant and features other strong players like Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday, and rising talents.
- This roster gives Nori a good chance to succeed in his first head coaching job and compete in the Western Conference.
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