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A stunned Dearica Hamby publicly thanked Curt Miller after Sparks coach is out

Dearica Hamby shared a very heartfelt message to former Sparks coach Curt Miller.

The Los Angeles Sparks and head coach Curt Miller reportedly agreed to part ways Tuesday, stunning star forward Dearica Hamby.

The Sparks had a rough year. Injuries to several players, including Cameron Brink, completely altered what the team likely wanted to do. Additionally, head coach Curt Miller seemingly struggled at times to nail down rotations given the circumstances.

In a stunning turn of events, Miller is out as head coach after two seasons with the team. The Sparks revealed the news Tuesday, shocking fans and starter Dearica Hamby. Hamby took to X (formerly Twitter) to share her feelings, saying, “A little lost for words, honestly,” before sharing more thoughts and a public thank you to Miller. Here’s what she said:

“To [Curt Miller], I am truly thankful for our relationship, and I think that showed. You had my back on all levels that some [people] will never see. I wish we could’ve had more time as we’ve seen what you’re capable of…BUILD is still the belief, and you started that! Love you always!!!”

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In a very touching moment, Miller responded expressing his appreciation for Hamby, and wished her and the team well in the future.

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Los Angeles Sparks shake up WNBA with reported hire of Connecticut Sun coach Curt Miller

Miller led Connecticut to the WNBA Finals for the second time this past season.

A potential power shift has taken place in the W.

The Los Angeles Sparks, owners of the WNBA’s second-worst record last season, are hiring away head coach Curt Miller from the Connecticut Sun, Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes and Cassandra Negley are reporting.

Miller is a two-time WNBA Coach of the Year and led the Sun to the postseason six of his seven years with the team, including two trips to the WNBA Finals. They were unable to get over the hump for their first title, however, including this past season when Connecticut lost in four games to the Las Vegas Aces.

Miller joins a proud Sparks franchise that has missed the playoffs in consecutive years for the first time since its inaugural years in 1997 and 1998. The Sparks job opened up after Derek Fisher was fired in the middle of his fourth season and veteran coach Fred Williams finished the year as interim.

LA’s +4000 odds at Tipico to win next year’s title are the second-longest of any team, but the apparent hope is that Miller’s coaching and management expertise can speed up the timeline. The Sun have the second-shortest odds to win the 2023 title at +350, but they have to first find a coach to guide a veteran group.

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