Former Sydney Kings captain Brad Rosen believes arguably the best King – Matt Nielsen – could be the right alternative because the membership’s subsequent coach.
Rosen, although, wouldn’t blame Nielsen if he opts to remain on the San Antonio Spurs to assist mentor the very best NBA draft prospect since LeBron James.
The Spurs have change into a fascinating vacation spot once more after securing the No. 1 draft decide – which is about to be 7-foot-4 French sensation Victor Wembanyama.
Nielsen, who’s an assistant coach at San Antonio below the legendary Gregg Popovich, will obtain a front-row seat to observe Wembanyama in motion.
Rosen is aware of it might be tough for his ex-Sydney teammate to give up a possibility working alongside basketball’s subsequent massive time.
“I also think it’s at least worth reaching out to Matty – how could you not,” mentioned Rosen, who performed 99 NBL video games for the Kings.
“I played with him, he has stayed at my house, we are great mates, I think he is a fabulous coach and I think he would be the best coach for the Kings.
“He is also a Boomers assistant coach, so there is no question that he would be awesome for Sydney and as an assistant the Kings’ top job would be appealing.
“But there is no way that he is leaving San Antonio, is he?
“He has a great relationship with Popovich and now there is Wembanyama.”
Rosen understands it is going to be tough to lure Nielsen away from his position on the Spurs, however he insists Sydney must a minimum of strive.
He says the Kings would profit drastically from signing the Boomers assistant coach and NBL legend.
“I don’t want to disrespect anyone, but I think Matty is the greatest King, performance wise,” Rosen mentioned.
“MVP of a season, a grand final series, two championships.
“He was just phenomenal at the Kings, and he is a Sydney boy (Penrith), so he would be perfect for the club.”
Sydney is on lookout for a brand new coach after parting methods with Chase Buford following consecutive championships.
The Kings have just lately been profitable choosing rising American coaches with G League or NBA expertise like Buford and Will Weaver.
Rosen understands if Sydney comply with this path once more as they appear to safe a head coach for NBL24 and past.
“I do – and the reason I say that is if you are wanting to get to the NBA and you’ve seen what the Kings have done – why wouldn’t you take it,” he mentioned.
“Sydney is coming off back-to-back championships – it’s the hottest job in Australian basketball.
“Two out of the last three head coaches look like they’ll go on to the NBA.
“So, if you are a decent assistant coach and you want to become a head coach, the Kings have to be considered.
“You’ve also got legends like Luc Longley and Andrew Bogut at the Kings and all eyes are on the club.”
Originally revealed as Brad Rosen requires Matt Nielsen to teach the Kings
Source: www.news.com.au
