The Nuggets have promoted Wes Unseld Jr. to associate head coach, according to a team press release.
Unseld begins his sixth season with the Nuggets coaching staff and will continue to oversee the defensive game plans.
He interviewed for the Rockets’ head coaching job this offseason. Houston wound up hiring Mavericks assistant Stephen Silas. He was also a candidate for the Bulls’ coaching vacancy, which was filled by Billy Donovan.
“Wes is extremely deserving of this promotion. He is one of the hardest working people I’ve come across in this league and he has been an integral part of my coaching staff since we both arrived in Denver in 2015,” Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said in a statement. “I’ve said many times over the years that Wes is ready and deserving of a head coaching position in the NBA and it’s only a matter of time until that day comes.”
Prior to joining the Nuggets, Unseld spent two seasons as an assistant coach with the Magic. He has also spent time in the Warriors and Wizards organizations.
Well I bet he was just pleased as punch to hear this news. Way to go, Wes. Well deserved.
Good for him. I think his Nuggets could end up facing Houston in the WCF.
Well, I could go with half of that. Doubt Houston even makes the playoffs.
Ass.HC. I like it better when they just number the chair like in an orchestra, like ” Second chair”. Still an AC.