NBA Announces Major News for Kenny Atkinson After Donovan Mitchell Questions Adam Silver’s Decision

The Cleveland Cavaliers have had one of the most successful seasons in the franchise’s illustrious history. The Cavaliers won 64 games in the regular season, finishing as the first seed in the Eastern Conference. While the players such as Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Darius Garland are a massive reason for the team’s success, there’s another key figure to be credited. That’s none other than their head coach, Kenny Atkinson. The Cavaliers’ head coach has transformed a good team into a great one. He has helped Cleveland become one of the best offensive teams in the league and has also improved the defense drastically. So, it’s only right that Kenny Atkinson got his flowers.

The National Basketball Coaches Association announces the recipient of the prestigious Michael H. Goldberg NBCA Coach of the Year award every year. This year, the choice was clear, and Cleveland’s boss, Kenny Atkinson, has been given the honor. “Kenny Atkinson has long been respected by his peers as an innovative and humble servant to the game,” said NBCA President Rick Carlisle. “Congratulations to Kenny on a historic season, along with this prestigious recognition by his peers.” It’s massive news for the 57-year-old head coach, who’s done a brilliant job at Cleveland.

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