The Denver Nuggets’ shocking decision to fire head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth has left the NBA community reeling. To understand what led to this drastic move, Logan Murdock and Howard Beck sat down with experts.
According to those close to the situation, a significant amount of tension had been building between Malone, Booth, and the team’s front office over the past year. The root cause of this friction lies in the team’s disappointing performance since their 2022 championship season. Analysts point to several factors, including player development and roster construction, as contributing to the team’s struggles.
Meanwhile, other teams in the Western Conference are dealing with their own drama. The Minnesota Timberwolves, for example, have been seen as a sleeper pick after trading away Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle. However, they have underperformed expectations, raising questions about the wisdom of that trade.
As the NBA regular season nears its conclusion, teams are gearing up for the playoffs. But with the final weekend just around the corner, there’s one burning question on everyone’s mind: Can a team composed entirely of foreign players take down an all-USA roster?
Logan Murdock and Howard Beck are answering this question from various Western Conference teams and more in their latest mailbag episode. Tune in for expert insights and analysis as they navigate the complexities of the NBA playoffs.
Source: https://www.theringer.com/podcasts/real-ones/2025/04/11/making-sense-of-michael-malones-firing-plus-western-conference-carousel-trust-meter