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Lieberman to coach in D-League

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

The incoming NBA Development League franchise in suburban Dallas has made a bold choice for its first head coach: Nancy Lieberman.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2009

Sources: Wolves search narrows

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Sources say Mark Jackson, Kurt Rambis and Elston Turner have progressed to second interviews for the Wolves coaching job.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2009

Johnson believed to be Pistons' top pick

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Pistons president Joe Dumars is scheduled to have his first face-to-face meeting with ESPN NBA analyst Avery Johnson later this weekend regarding Detroit's coaching vacancy, according to NBA coaching sources.

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2009

Pistons fire Curry

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

The Detroit Pistons have fired Michael Curry as coach, the team announced Tuesday.

Story | Conversation | June 30, 2009

Artest says it was a 'mistake' not to opt out of deal with Kings

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

After seeing Elton Brand and Baron Davis unexpectedly put themselves on the free-agent market, Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest is second-guessing himself for not doing the same.

Story | Conversation | July 01, 2008

Artest wants to play out final season of contract with Kings

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest, attending Tuesday night's Game 6 of the NBA Finals, told ESPN.com that he's "99 percent sure I won't opt out of my contract" this month to become a free agent July 1.

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2008

Though feeling slighted by Springfield hall, NBA won't start its own shrine

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Even though the NBA seems underrepresented at the Hall of Fame in Springfield, David Stern says the league isn't interested in creating its own shrine.

Story | Conversation | September 06, 2007

Kings opt for 'basketball-a-holic' in hiring Musselman

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Eric Musselman's credentials, passion and preparation impressed the Sacramento owners, writes Marc Stein.

Story | Conversation | June 02, 2006

Kings granted permission to speak with Warriors' Elie

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

The Sacramento Kings have received permission from the Golden State Warriors to interview Mario Elie for their head-coaching vacancy, according to NBA coaching sources.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2006

Carlesimo on Kings' list as interview process starts

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

The Kings have not formally requested permission to interview Spurs assistant coach P.J. Carlesimo for their head-coaching vacancy, but Kings co-owner Joe Maloof indicated Tuesday that the request is forthcoming after the Spurs' season ended Monday night.

Story | Conversation | May 23, 2006

Kings' new focus on defense might exclude 'Nellie'

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Kings co-owner Joe Maloof says, "We love Nellie," but the ownership's newfound belief that "defense wins championships" might mean that they leave Don Nelson in retirement and look elsewhere for a new coach, reports Marc Stein.

Story | Conversation | May 10, 2006

Kings' new focus on defense might exclude 'Nellie'

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Kings co-owner Joe Maloof says, "We love Nellie," but the ownership's newfound belief that "defense wins championships" might mean that they leave Don Nelson in retirement and look elsewhere for a new coach, reports Marc Stein.

Story | Conversation | May 10, 2006

FAQ check: You've got questions; we've got answers

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

The NBA and David Stern face some difficult questions. Marc Stein provides the answers.

Story | Conversation | March 11, 2005

Calhoun at forefront of wish list

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

League sources told ESPN.com on Tuesday that the Lakers likely will seek permission from UConn to contact Jim Calhoun.

Story | Conversation | February 02, 2005

Magic said time was a factor

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Magic Johnson revealed Saturday that he was a candidate to run the New York Knicks' basketball operation.

Story | Conversation | February 17, 2004