Lakers Coaching

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The Los Angeles Lakers fired head coach Darvin Ham after just two seasons, following a disappointing playoff exit. The team is considering various coaching candidates, including Celtics assistant Charles Lee and Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson. Ham's swift return to coaching is anticipated.

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The Los Angeles Lakers made headlines when they decided to fire head coach Darvin Ham after just two seasons in charge [1]. The move came after the team's disappointing first-round exit from the playoffs [4]. Following Ham's exit, the Lakers also let go of his coaching staff, including Phil Handy [8]. Despite his departure from the Lakers, there are expectations for Ham to swiftly find a new coaching role in the NBA [7].

The Lakers were quick to consider potential candidates to take over the head coaching position. Among the candidates mentioned were Charles Lee, an assistant coach from the Boston Celtics [2], and Kenny Atkinson, an assistant coach from the Golden State Warriors [5]. Tyronn Lue, who has ties to the Lakers organization, was considered a less realistic option [12].

The decision to fire Ham and his coaching staff was surprising to many, with some labeling it as another example of "Lakers madness" [9]. Memes about Ham's firing started circulating on social media following the announcement [16]. Amid the speculation surrounding potential replacements, the Lakers aimed to begin the process of finding a new head coach as quickly as possible [20].

Ham's tenure with the Lakers joins a line of coaching changes in the team's history [25]. It was noted that his contract spanned multiple years, emphasizing the significance of the decision to part ways after just two seasons [21]. The news of Ham's firing was picked up by various news outlets, sparking interest and discussions in the league community as the Lakers looked ahead to redefining their coaching staff for the upcoming seasons [30].

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Thread Age 14 days

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Recent Coverage

Letters: LeBron James, Darvin Ham in middle of Lakers mess

Los Angeles Times - 14 days ago - Readers of the L.A. Times sports section offer their opinions and advice regarding the Lakers' situation, the Clippers, Kings and Angels

Clippers trying to extend Ty Lue amid Lakers firing Darvin Ham

NY Post - 14 days ago - A potential Lakers head coach candidate might not even interview for the open position.

Previewing the Lakers' head-coaching candidates

YardBarker - 14 days ago - It came as no surprise that the Lakers fired embattled head coach Darvin Ham after two seasons. But some of the candidates to replace Ham may seem a little unusual. Here's a look at some of the names under consideration to take over the Lake Show. Redick has never been a basketball coach on any level, but he does have what might be the most compelling resume item for the Lakers: He hosts a podcast with LeBron James. On "Mind the Game," James and Redick drink wine and talk about basketball strategy. Did James ever bring fancy wine to Ham's office? Maybe not. While Redick has his own media company that produces the James podcast, as well as "The Old Man and the Three," he's also been elevated to the lead broadcast team for ESPN's NBA telecasts. He still seems ready to jump to coaching, with insider Shams Charania reporting he was a "serious candidate" for the Charlotte Hornets job. Some coaches like Steve Kerr and Larry Bird did great with no head-coaching experience. Others, like Magic Johnson and Steve Nash,

Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham after just two seasons in charge and first-round playoff exit

The Globe and Mail - 15 days ago - Los Angeles Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham, who spent two years leading the team

Lakers Make Stunning Decision on Future of Darvin Ham's Coaching Staff

Sports Illustrated - 15 days ago - The Los Angeles Lakers have taken over the Friday afternoon news cycle.

Darvin Ham expected to make swift return to coaching an NBA team

YardBarker - 15 days ago - Darvin Ham's tenure as the Los Angeles Lakers head coach has ended. The franchise fired him on Friday. Ham's fate was sealed when the Denver Nuggets eliminated his team from the playoffs in the opening round. Despite having some elite talents at his disposal, he struggled to help his team build an identity this season. However, it would appear that Ham has admirers around the league. As such, it's expected that he will make a swift return to the sidelines in the coming months. “Darvin Ham is expected to be a head-coaching candidate elsewhere in this league whether it's in this cycle or the future,” Adrian Wojnarowski said on ESPN's "SportsCenter." Despite the Lakers' struggles this season, Ham has undoubtedly earned some admirers around the NBA. He handled the pressure that comes with coaching in Los Angeles well. He navigated some of the biggest personalities a coach has to deal with. And, he found a way to give the Nuggets a tough run, regardless of what the final result was. Ham would benefit from landin

NBA Rumors: Lakers' Fire Phil Handy, Entire Coaching Staff After Darvin Ham's HC Exit

Bleacher Report - 15 days ago - The Los Angeles Lakers are moving swiftly to prepare for the team's next head coach. After Darvin Ham was fired on Friday, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times…

Plaschke: Hasty firing of coach Darvin Ham is more Lakers madness

Los Angeles Times - 15 days ago - Who should the Lakers hire as their next coach? Clippers coach Tyronn Lue would be an obvious choice or Becky Hammon for a culture shock.

Los Angeles Lakers Fire Head Coach Darvin Ham After Playoffs Failures

Deadline - 15 days ago - The team now faces an off-season full of questions.

Lakers news: Darvin Ham is fired as head coach after only two seasons

Boston Globe - 15 days ago - The 50-year-old went 90-74 during his first stint as an NBA head coach, including an underwhelming 47-35 this season that concluded with a first-round playoff exit Monday.

Lakers Fire Head Coach Darvin Ham

Sports Rants - 15 days ago - Darvin Ham is out in LA

Four potential candidates emerge for Lakers' head-coaching job

YardBarker - 15 days ago - Four potential candidates have already been linked to the Los Angeles Lakers head coach job in light of Darvin Ham’s dismissal. Shams Charania and Jovan Buha of The Athletic reported Friday that the Lakers plan to conduct an “extensive search” for their next head coach. Among the expected candidates are a group of experienced coaches, including Mike Budenholzer and Kenny Atkinson, as well as current ESPN analyst JJ Redick. Interestingly, Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue is also listed as a potential target if he becomes available. After failing to progress under a first-time coach in Ham, it certainly makes sense that the Lakers might target someone with previous head coaching experience this time. Budenholzer and Atkinson fit the bill, with Budenholzer having led the Milwaukee Bucks to an NBA title three years ago. Lue obviously also has plenty of experience and an NBA title to his name. Ham was fired by the Lakers on Friday following two middling regular seasons and an early playoff exit this year. T

Los Angeles Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons in charge

NBC news - 15 days ago - The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham on Friday after just two seasons in charge.

Lakers Firing Coach Darvin Ham Led to NBA Fans Posting Endless Memes

Sports Illustrated - 15 days ago - Most Lakers fans appeared thrilled with the team's decision.

Los Angeles Lakers fire head coach Darvin Ham after 2 seasons

cnncom - 15 days ago - The Los Angeles Lakers have fired head coach Darvin Ham, the team announced Friday.

How Darvin Ham Stacks Up in Lakers' Coaching History

Sports Illustrated - 15 days ago - Darvin Ham lasted two seasons as the Lakers' coach. Here's how his tenure compares to past head coaches.

5 Potential Lakers Head Coach Candidates to Replace Darvin Ham

Newsweek - 15 days ago - Here are five potential head coaches who could replace Darvin Ham after the Los Angeles Lakers parted ways with him.

Insider Reveals 4 Candidates for Lakers Head Coach After Darvin Ham Decision

Heavy - 15 days ago - For the fourth time since LeBron James arrival in 2018, the Los Angeles Lakers are making a change at head coach.

Who should be the Lakers' next coach? Ty Lue among leading candidates

USA Today - 15 days ago - Ty Lue, Terry Stotts and Mike Budenholzer among Lakers coaching candidates to replace Darvin Ham, who was dismissed after two seasons.

Lakers fire Darvin Ham after losing locker room in disappointing season

NY Post - 15 days ago - Losing the locker room and disappointing in the playoffs led to a short stay in Los Angeles for Darvin Ham.

Lakers fire head coach after 2 seasons, early playoff exit

staradvertiser - 15 days ago - The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham after his second season with the team, which ended Monday in a first-round playoff exit with a loss to the Denver Nuggets, the organization announced Friday. Sources briefed on the matter say that an extensive search will commence soon, with candidates such as Mike Budenholzer, Kenny Atkinson, JJ Redick and, if he becomes available, Ty Lue among others.