Boston Celtics assistant coach Sam Cassell expressed his desire to showcase his capabilities as an NBA head coach during an appearance on the Point Game podcast with former NBA guard John Wall. With the Los Angeles Lakers granted permission to interview potential candidates for their vacant head coaching position, including Cassell, the stage seems set for his opportunity to lead a team.
The Lakers recently parted ways with Darvin Ham after two seasons, seeking a fresh direction following a first-round playoff exit against the Denver Nuggets. In their swift coaching search, Cassell emerges as one of the early front-runners, alongside James Borrego and JJ Redick, as reported by Shams Charania and Jovan Buha of The Athletic.
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Cassell, boasting a coaching career since 2009 across various NBA teams, particularly shines this season with the Boston Celtics. Contributing to the team’s regular-season dominance with the best record in the league at 64-18, Cassell’s coaching prowess has guided the Celtics to the Eastern Conference Finals, offering a prime opportunity for championship success.
Before transitioning to coaching, Cassell enjoyed a storied NBA career spanning 15 seasons, highlighted by three championships and an All-Star selection. His blend of playing experience and coaching tenure positions him as an ideal candidate to lead the Lakers, especially considering the team’s emphasis on securing a coach respected by star players LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
