In the wake of the shocking coaching change out of Cleveland with David Blatt being let go, NBA coaches around the league have begun to speak and lash out against the Cavs about the possible reasons they could have for firing a coach who led his team to the NBA Finals in his rookie year.
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On Friday and Saturday, NBA coaches around the league from Gregg Popovich to Steve Kerr spoke out about the issue, questioning the move.
When the LA Lakers played the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night, Lakers coach and former Cavs coach Bryon Scott was asked about the situation in Cleveland.
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Here’s Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle who also heads the NBA Coaches Association.
Rick Carlisle on David Blatt's firing, via NBA TV pic.twitter.com/4F3f9Vfk54
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Spurs coach Gregg Popovich followed by Clippers coach Doc Rivers who both had recent battles with Blatt.
Gregg Popovich and Doc Rivers talk about the firing of David Blatt, via ESPN. pic.twitter.com/8mYsd1WXX4
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr who originally hired Blatt to be his assistant in Golden State until the Cavs’ offer came into play.
Steve Kerr on David Blatt's firing via ESPN pic.twitter.com/Tj1sF1HOxt
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