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Mike Brown knows the Golden State Warriors selected former Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. With the Warriors already without superstar shooting guard Klay Thompson due to injury, Golden State currently needs all the help it can get, which has thrust Wiseman into the spotlight […]

Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown made a “strong impression” on the Los Angeles Clippers during his interview, per Marc Stein of the New York Times. The Clippers, who parted ways with Doc Rivers after the 2020 playoffs ended at Walt Disney World, have been linked to Brown, Tyronn Lue and Sam Cassell. Latest […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are considering multiple candidates in their search for a new head coach, including two former head coaches of their Staples Center rival, LeBron James. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Brown recently interviewed with Los Angeles, while Clippers assistant Tyronn Lue remains a strong candidate to land […]

After spending the last four seasons as an assistant, Mike Brown may be ready to take on a lead role once again. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that the Indiana Pacers will interview Brown for its head coaching vacancy. Another candidate interviewing for the Indiana Pacers coaching job, sources tell ESPN: Golden State assistant Mike Brown. […]

The Chicago Bulls, New Orleans Pelicans, Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Indiana Pacers are all looking for a new head coach. Who are the perfect coaches to fill these NBA job openings? Let’s take a look. Indiana Pacers: Dave Joerger The Pacers fired Nate McMillan for a lack of playoff success (the Pacers have been eliminated […]

Throughout his career in the NBA, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has been a dominant force on both ends of the floor. Although he may not be the lockdown defender of old at 35, he’s had some iconic moments defensively during his Hall-of-Fame-caliber career that put him in elite company like his unforgettable chase-down […]

The Brooklyn Nets will take part in the restart of the 2019-20 NBA season. After that, however, they will start their search for a new coach after firing Kenny Atkinson in early March. According to a recent report from The Athletic, the Nets “have every intention of giving Vaughn a true shot at getting the […]

Back when the first kneeling controversy consumed the NFL headlines, Bengals owner Mike Brown pleaded with the players that they don’t kneel according to some who were on the team. A day after President Donald Trump tweeted that owners should fire any “son of a bi***h” that kneeled for the Anthem, the team held a […]

The New York Knicks will interview Los Angeles Lakers assistant Jason Kidd and Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Brown for their head coaching spot, per Marc Stein of the New York Times and Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Kidd played for the Knicks during his Hall of Fame career, while Brown is a […]

The New York Knicks plan to interview at least 8-10 candidates before making a final decision on their next head coach, according to SNY’s Ian Begley. A number of names have already been thrown around, and here are the 10 best options (apologies to Pat Delany and Will Hardy). 10. Chris Fleming The Chicago Bulls assistant under […]

This past week, Golden State Warriors associate head coach Mike Brown appeared on the “Runnin’ Plays” podcast and talked about a number of topics relating to the Warriors. Brown also revealed that  Klay Thompson is the only player on the team that hasn’t been answering his phone calls. Brown does check-ins with his players almost […]

The Cincinnati Bengals released quarterback Andy Dalton on Thursday, officially bringing a nine-year partnership to an end. President Mike Brown said Dalton “holds a special place in my heart” and thanked him for always carrying about his business in a professional manner (per the team’s website): “Andy will always hold a special place with this […]

All signs continue to point toward the Cincinnati Bengals taking quarterback Joe Burrow with the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. It seems even team owner Mike Brown has taken a hands-on approach with the process. The Bengals were able to meet with Burrow among the other top prospects during the NFL Combine. […]

Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Brown isn’t letting the postponement of the Olympics slow him down. Despite the fact that the Summer Olympics won’t take place until 2021, the Nigerian men’s basketball team head coach is staying on top of things. According to the Warriors’ top assistant, he is staying in touch with his players […]

After punching a ticket to the Olympics’ men’s basketball competition in Tokyo, Japan set in July, the Nigerian national team is tapping the services of Golden State Warriors associate head coach Mike Brown to lead the charge. Per an ESPN report by Marc J. Spears, the 49-year-old bench boss has been chosen to assume the […]

Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown says “there’s zero chance” head coach Steve Kerr will be fired. The Warriors, after going to the NBA Finals five straight seasons, have the worst record in the NBA right now. The Dubs are well on their way to missing the playoffs this season, as Stephen Curry is […]

Heads rolled when news broke that NFL owners were pushing to add two more games to the existing regular season schedule. Were the league’s owners, despite years of mounting evidence about the health risks associated with football, really so craven as to fight for a means of extra revenue if at came at the expense […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is not worried about Toronto Raptors global ambassador and super fan Drake. However, the 53-year-old coach is prepared in case the renowned rapper gives him the occasional shoulder rub. DAMON: "If at any time Drake starts rubbing you, have you and Ron Adams already come up with a […]

Mike Brown reacted to Jordan Bell’s embarrassing missed dunk in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals how any assistant coach would. Reminding the Golden State Warriors big man of a previous time in his basketball career, in high school, when he clanked an uncontested dunk off the rim, of course. Brown’s son, Elijah, played […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr wasn’t the only one who thought his team took the bait when Kevin Durant taunted LA Clippers guard Patrick Beverley in the late stages of the game, as their dual ejection could have been reason for concern if it took place earlier or in a tight game. Assistant […]

For many years now, the talks of the Cincinnati Bengals possibly firing Marvin Lewis was constantly in the news cycle. After the 2018 season completed, the Bengals finally moved on from Lewis after spending 16 years with the franchise. Owner Mike Brown recently talked about the coaching change at the NFL owner’s meetings. Here’s an […]

Support for including pass interference under the purview of replay review reached a zenith after the New Orleans Saints were robbed on a crucial no-call late in their overtime loss to the the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship game. Responding to widespread pressure from players, coaches, and fans alike, NFL owners voted 31-1 […]

The Golden State Warriors reportedly suspended power forward Jordan Bell because he charged something to assistant coach Mike Brown’s hotel room without Brown knowing. The prevailing thought was Bell violated Brown and the Warriors’ trust. However, it looks like it was just a team prank gone wrong. The following is part of a thread about […]

The Golden State Warriors suspended forward Jordan Bell for one game after the 24-year-old forward charged an unknown purchase at the hotel to assistant coach Mike Browns’ name. According to Anthony Slater and Sam Amick of the Athletic, this was the reason that Bell did not play during Golden State’s 118-103 victory over the Grizzlies on Wednesday […]

The NFL just made sweeping changes to its rulebook. Starting this season, teams will now be allowed to challenge pass interference calls as well as non-calls. The Cincinnati Bengals and owner Mike Brown didn’t want those changes to occur. Pass interference will now be treated just like any other reviewable call, and the replay booth […]

David West could be finishing his career by riding into the sunset as a two-time NBA champion, but the veteran forward/center left a mystery to solve, as he left the media quite the cryptic bombshell about the mighty Golden State Warriors — one which no one was able to unearth. “We dealt with some things […]

If Luke Walton needs to ask a coach for advice regarding the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James, the best person to go to would probably be Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Brown. The former Cleveland Cavaliers head coach was able to coach a young James as well as guide him to his first NBA Finals […]

It’s not quite clear if the Golden State Warriors should be threatened by LeBron James‘ move to the Western Conference. While his presence certainly increases the Los Angeles Lakers’ chances (despite handicapped by a largely green core) of making their first playoff trip since a first-round sweep against the San Antonio Spurs in 2013, it […]

Golden State Warriors assistant head coach Mike Brown could soon find himself on the same bench in the NBA as his son. According to Chris Haynes of ESPN, Elijah, Brown’s son, is planning to suit up for the Warriors’ Summer League team. Elijah Brown out of Oregon — son of assistant coach Mike Brown — […]

Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown has been an integral part of the franchise’s success, and unlike former key cogs of the organization, he isn’t in any rush to hunt down his next head coaching job. Alvin Gentry, Luke Walton, and Travis Schlenk are some of the household names that have now departed for […]

As Kobe Bryant’s double jersey retirement ceremony draws near, more and more of his former teammates and coaches are paying tribute to him. Many are sending their congratulatory messages or recalling fond memories they’ve had while working with the Los Angeles Lakers legend, just like what his former head coach did recently. Mike Brown, who […]

When it comes to former Los Angeles Lakers head coach and current Golden State Warriors associate head coach Mike Brown, he has the utmost respect for Los Angeles Lakers legendary shooting guard Kobe Bryant. Both of the future Hall of Famer’s No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys will be retired to the Staples Center rafters […]

The Golden State Warriors were hoping to pick up the win against a feisty Portland Trailblazers team without two of their top players in point guard Stephen Curry and forward Draymond Green. As a result, they had to rely heavily on forward Kevin Durant and shooting guard Klay Thompson in their absence. Needless to say, […]

The Golden State Warriors undoubtedly have one of the most talented rosters in the NBA today. That said, it does not come as a surprise anymore when their players complete a highlight reel-worthy play during games, especially to head coach Steve Kerr and his lead assistant, Mike Brown. However, that wasn’t the case on Wednesday […]

Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown knows a thing or two about Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving. Brown coached Irving one season in Cleveland, and also went up against Irving in The Finals in each of the last two seasons. Brown, who is known for his fortitude on defense, contends that Irving is one […]

Mike Brown gave Kyrie Irving a lot of credit for the strides he’s shown in locating his open teammates on the floor. The Golden State Warriors assistant coach believes that making plays for others is no longer an issue for the Boston Celtics All-Star. Brown recently said that watching a lot of film has made […]

Despite breezing to a 16-1 playoff run in the postseason, the Golden State Warriors faced a couple of concerns with the early injury to Kevin Durant and an unforeseen change of events with Steve Kerr falling victim to the effects of his back surgery, rendering him unable to coach. Enter first-year assistant coach Mike Brown, […]

The Golden State Warriors’ victory parade and celebration was filled with a lot of light moments for the players, coaches, and fans. Their front office personnel, including General Manager Bob Myers, also joined in the fun and gave a hilarious speech on Thursday. The 42-year-old congratulated the members of the team, and gave a special shoutout […]

Only hours after another successful season and a second championship since in the last three years, Golden State Warriors president and general manager Bob Myers assured that Steve Kerr will return as head coach next season, according to ESPN’s Chris Haynes. “There’s no doubt in my mind that he will return as the coach of this […]