UNC's Shocking Michael Malone Hire & Lakers Injury Woes (w/ Rachel Nichols)
About this episode
Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Chicago Bulls' front office changes, Michael Malone's coaching decision, the Lakers' injury struggles, and a potential playoff preview between Jokić and Wembanyama.
Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols break down the Chicago Bulls finally cleaning house in their front office, why Michael Malone decided to forgo a return to the NBA to coach at the University of North Carolina, how major injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have doomed the Lakers’ promising season, and whether the showdown between Nikola Jokić and Victor Wembanyama is a preview of things to come in the playoffs. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Topics covered
- Chicago Bulls
- Michael Malone
- University of North Carolina
- Luka Dončić
- Austin Reaves
- Lakers
- Nikola Jokić
- Victor Wembanyama
- NBA playoffs
Keywords
- NBA
- basketball news
- injuries
- coaching changes
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