How Nikola Jokic Changed Sean McVay's Coaching Style
Summary
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay has become calmer on the sideline and no longer needs a staff member to keep him away from referees. He said a talk with NBA MVP Nikola Jokic made him realize he needed to change, which helped him mature as a coach.Key Facts
- Sean McVay used to have a "get back coach" who kept him away from referees to avoid penalties.
- The role of this staffer was often filled by Ted Rath, the team's strength and conditioning coach.
- McVay said he matured and no longer needs someone to hold him back on the field.
- This change came after a conversation with Nikola Jokic, who joked about McVay's previous behavior.
- Jokic is a star player for the Denver Nuggets basketball team, also owned by Stan Kroenke like the Rams.
- The talk with Jokic happened after Jokic won his first MVP in 2021 and after the Rams lost a playoff game.
- McVay led the Rams to win Super Bowl LVI in February 2022, reaching the top of his sport.
- McVay humorously said Jokic’s comment made him reevaluate his priorities and his reputation.
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