The Sacramento Kings search process to replace Alkvin Gentry on the bench is in its final stretch. The Californian franchise has already chosen its three finalists, who face the second round of interviews and who are none other than Steve Clifford, Mike Brown and Mark Jackson. As reported by Jake Fischer in Bleacher Reportit seems that Jackson is now the favorite to take over the position.
The current commentator ESPN He has a prior relationship with Kings owner Vivek Ranadive, who was part owner of the Warriors when Jackson coached them early last decade. The information that comes out of the search process suggests that the franchise has a preference for a defensive-minded coach with the ability to be the vocal leader of the team. This last characteristic for which Jackson receives recognition from the entire league as one of the most authoritative African-American voices in the American media landscape.
Despite being the owner’s favorite, this may end up weighing little on Jackson’s scale. The same sources assure that Monte McNair, general manager, is in charge of making all sporting decisions with almost absolute independence from Ranadive. For example, it was he who made the decision to fire Luke Walton. Although Mark Jackson continues to enjoy greater favor in the Kings leadership, Jake Fischer hints that McNair and those close to him prefer Mike Brown. The final decision could be closed as early as next week.
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