Gund clears the air on Cavaliers coaching pick
Cavaliers owner Gordon Gund compares the coaching hunt to musical chairs and announces Paul Silas as Cleveland's new head coach. He denies a New York Post report that Jim Paxson pressured Jeff Van Gundy to withdraw and claims the tale of forcing minutes is false.
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Cavaliers coach Larry Brown rumors denied by change in plan
Glen Gund defends Cavaliers strategy as he says the team interviewed Silas and Van Gundy to pick a coach and adds expectations of a playoff run this season. He dismisses speculation about Brown and emphasizes rebuilding aimed at a competitive, winning team with Paul Silas.
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Cavaliers consider Smart Ekker for staff under Silas
Paul Silas said Stephen Silas will join his Cleveland Cavaliers staff. Keith Smart and Ron Ekker will be interviewed, with Bob Donewald Jr. and Bob Hill also in contention. Silas praised Lenny Wilkens and recalled past championships as Cleveland eyes pacemaking changes amid draft buzz.
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Paxson defends player minutes and coaching autonomy
James Silas says there is no pressure to play a specific player as GM Jerry Paxson discusses his philosophy of earned minutes. Paxson recalls past clashes with John Lucas over youth development versus veteran use and notes four coaches have worked under him, stressing the GM must prove worth.
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Silas Candidates Cavaliers Coach With Quiet Leadership
Veteran coach Sam Silas offers a patient steady approach fit for a young Cavaliers squad. He contrasts with hard driving styles, promising firm rules, strong leadership, and a fatherly role toward players like LeBron James and Darius Miles.
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Parker prepares for Nets star Kidd in Finals clash
San Antonio rookie Tony Parker, 21, becomes the fourth youngest Finals participant, facing Jason Kidd as the Spurs chase a title. Parker, lauded for speed and mid range shooting, heads into a series that tests his poise and may influence off season cap space with Kidd.
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Coaching vacancies narrowed to five in NBA market
Five NBA coaching openings remain for teams including New Orleans, Philadelphia, Toronto, Washington, and Houston. Former coaches Mike Fratello, Mike Dunleavy, and Jeff Van Gundy are among considered candidates, as Rick Carlisle moves to explore new options after being let go by Detroit.
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