Micah Nori addresses concern over his Trail Blazers contract: ‘I really don’t care’
The Portland Trail Blazers named former Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach. Nori has dismissed skepticism regarding his unconventional one-year deal, stating, "I really don't care" and "I never look at money." While some NBA coaches view the contract as a "slap in the face," Chris Finch called Nori a "perfect match" for the team.
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Micah Nori responded to league-wide concerns regarding the structure of his new coaching contract.
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Micah Nori Dismisses Criticism Over Unusual Blazers Contract
confidence 90%The Portland Trail Blazers named former Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach. Nori has dismissed skepticism regarding his unconventional one-year deal, stating, "I really don't care" and "I never look at money." While some NBA coaches view the contract as a "slap in the face," Chris Finch called Nori a "perfect match" for the team.
What's confirmed:
- The Portland Trail Blazers named Micah Nori as head coach.
- Nori previously served as an assistant for the Timberwolves.
- Nori stated, "I really don't care" and "I never look at money" regarding his contract.
- Nori says the Trail Blazers will play hard, smart and together.
- Chris Finch described Nori as a "perfect match" for Portland.
Still unconfirmed:
- Nori signed a 1-year deal with team options for subsequent seasons.
- J.B. Bickerstaff called the contract a "slap in the face" to coaches' value.
- NBA coaches expressed "serious concern" that the deal goes against the spirit of the partnership between coaches and the league.