Nuggets coach says Michael Malone ‘perfect’ for job; Jokic says Tar Heels will play 'right way'
Posted Apr 9, 2026
Michael Malone got overwhelming support from the coach who succeeded him with the Denver Nuggets and the star that helped him win an NBA title. Nuggets head coach David Adelman, who succeeded Malone, said he was happy to hear that Malone was becoming UNC's coach. Nikola Jokic agreed. "I’m happy for coach. I wish him all the luck."
(Tar Heel Tribune)
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