In a major development for the NBA, it has been reported that the Cleveland Cavaliers have hired Golden State assistant coach Kenny Atkinson as their new head coach for the upcoming season. The news was first broken by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and The Athletic’s Shams Charania, who both confirmed that Atkinson is set to take over the coaching duties for the Cavaliers.
Atkinson, who spent three seasons as an assistant under Steve Kerr with the Warriors, previously coached the Brooklyn Nets for four seasons. During his time with the Nets, he led them to one playoff appearance in 2018-19. After being linked to various head coaching vacancies in recent years, including with the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers, Atkinson now has the opportunity to prove himself as an NBA head coach once again.
Meanwhile, the Warriors will need to find a new lead assistant coach for the upcoming season. This move marks a new chapter for Atkinson and the Cavaliers, as they look to build a successful team under his leadership. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the contract details are finalized.
