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Dallas’ search to replace Jason Kidd centers on five candidates: former Mavericks assistant Sean Sweeney, current Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori, Tiago Splitter (former interim Portland coach), Duke head coach Jon Scheyer, and South Carolina’s Dawn Staley. The piece notes each candidate’s background and connections to the Mavericks’ organization, with Masai Ujiri’s star-studded track record keeping options open and no clear favorite yet.
Portland tied the series 1-1 with a 106-103 win over San Antonio as Tiago Splitter faced rumors of outside coaching interest by Blazers owner Tom Dundon; contract-extension talks reportedly occurred but were kept on hold amid an unusually low salary offer, with Splitter insisting on staying focused on the game and his players who have praised his leadership.
New Blazers owner Tom Dundon reportedly wants to pay next head coach around $1.5 million per year, far below the NBA norm, prompting exploratory talks with roughly 20 candidates and likely a hire from among NBA assistants unless Tiago Splitter is retained; the move signals cost-cutting that could affect on-court outcomes.
Tiago Splitter, after just one day as an assistant coach, has stepped in as the interim head coach for the Portland Trail Blazers following Chauncey Billups' arrest. In his first media appearance, Splitter emphasized maintaining the team's focus on basketball and their playing style, despite the off-court distractions. He expressed readiness for the role, highlighting his past coaching experience and commitment to the team's existing system.
Tiago Splitter, an assistant coach for the Portland Trail Blazers, has been named interim head coach following the arrest of Chauncey Billups on charges of money laundering and wire fraud. Splitter, a former NBA player and successful overseas coach, steps into the role amid ongoing legal issues surrounding Billups.