Blazers hire Micah Nori as head coach amid Dundon's controversial strategies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers have named Micah Nori as their new head coach following a series of controversial decisions by owner Tom Dundon. Dundon’s unconventional approach was evident during the playoffs when he sought to lure college coaches for low salaries. Nori's hiring comes after the Blazers filled multiple coaching vacancies, and he enters with a unique one-year contract model. This development reflects a shift in the Blazers’ strategy after firing over 70 staff members in recent weeks. Nori, described as the 'Ted Lasso of the NBA,' brings extensive coaching experience and positive peer recognition.
- •Micah Nori appointed as Blazers head coach effective immediately.
- •Tom Dundon's actions included unconventional coaching salary negotiations.
- •Nori signs a one-year deal with team options for further seasons.
- •Positioning the Blazers for a fresh coaching direction after staff overhaul.
- •Nori known for his charisma and previous assistant coaching success.
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Tom Dundon Further Reveals Cutthroat Nature With Micah Nori Hire
"In a short time, the NBA has learned that Tom Dundon is an unconventional person. He broke the seal when he stepped in as owner and, while the Blazers were in the playoffs, started asking various college coaches whether they’d coach in the NBA for the cheapest current-day head coaching salary anyone had ever heard […] The post Tom Dundon Further Reveals Cutthroat Nature With Micah Nori Hire appeared first on The Lead.
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