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Blazers hire Wolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach, a year after Chauncey Billups' sudden exit
By Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
The Portland Trail Blazers picked Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori as their head coach on Tuesday, after making the playoffs for the first time in five years under the direction of interim coach Tiago Splitter.Nori, who spent the past five seasons with the Timberwolves, has interviewed...
Key takeaway Nori, who spent the past five seasons with the Timberwolves, has interviewed for multiple head coach vacancies, including the Chicago Bulls earlier this month, the New York Knicks last year, and the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The Portland Trail Blazers' hiring of Micah Nori as head coach may seem like a distant development to Alamo Heights residents, but the ripple effects of coaching changes can be felt in local basketball communities. As the San Antonio area celebrates its own NBA team's success, including a recent playoff run against the Blazers, the coaching carousel serves as a reminder that local youth basketball programs and community courts can be influenced by the strategies and philosophies of top-level coaches. With Nori's experience in developing players, his approach may trickle down to local coaches and trainers, potentially impacting the way basketball is taught and played in Alamo Heights parks and recreation centers. As the community continues to support its own basketball initiatives, the leadership and vision of coaches like Nori can have a lasting impact on the sport's growth and development in the area.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The Portland Trail Blazers picked Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori as their head coach on Tuesday, after making the playoffs for the first time in five years under the direction of interim coach Tiago Splitter.Nori, who spent the past five seasons with the Timberwolves, has interviewed...
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