Frank Vogel Headed to Golden State as Steve Kerr’s Associate Head Coach
Longtime head coach Frank Vogel is headed to Golden State as Steve Kerr’s associate head coach, per Shams Charania. The Warriors now have another NBA champion on their bench.
The Golden State Warriors have been quite quiet after making a few splashes this offseason. GSW brought back head coach Steve Kerr; along with players De’Anthony Melton, Al Horford, Charles Bassey as well as Kristaps Porzingis. Moreover, while the franchise has been in the mix from the very beginning of the LeBron James sweepstakes. The Warriors in no way felt James was an automatic done deal.
Therefore, as Golden State waits for LeBron to make his ultimate decision on where he will play next season. The Warriors have moved on to other tasks. The latest is an addition to their coaching staff. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed the news on Sunday stating,
“Longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel has agreed to become the associate head coach for the Golden State Warriors under head coach Steve Kerr, sources tell ESPN.”
Some key things to keep in mind about Frank Vogel regarding his recent past. Frank has a career record 480-422 (53% win percentage) as a coach. Vogel spent last season as an assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks. Additionally, Vogel won the 2020 NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers as their head coach.
Yes, the championship team that included Anthony Davis as well as the man in question, LeBron James. Vogel coached LeBron James and the Lakers from 2019-2022. Won a title with LA in the bubble.
Frank Vogel Headed to Golden State as Steve Kerr’s Associate Head Coach
Nonetheless, Vogel has been one of the premier defensive coaches in the NBA. Therefore, it world make sense that the likely expectation is for him to handle that side of the floor next season.
However, as the Warriors continue in their to quest to recruit James; it cannot hurt to have a familiar face in the organization. Furthermore, the timing is also perfect. Since LeBron James is expected to make his free agency decision THIS upcoming week, per Sean Deveney.
While multiple Western Conference executives expect LeBron James to sign with the Warriors over the Cavaliers. It still remains to be seen what James will ultimately decide to do. But the general feeling is that the all-time leading scorer shall reveal all soon.
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