The Czech club has a new co-owner, the Israeli company True Player Group, which is half owned by the family of David Blatt, as the club announced. The experienced coach invests in Czech basketball by deciding to buy and manage half the club. After his career working in the NBA and the Euroleague, coach Blatt writes a new chapter, this time as the co-owner of a basketball club.
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David Blatt as part of the Partner TV …
David Blatt as part of the Partner TV expert panel on the documentary series, “The Last Dance”, explained why he considers Michael Jordan bigger than LeBron James, Israel Hayom relays. “Michael Jordan is bigger than LeBron James,” he pointed out on Sunday commenting on the latest episodes made available, “He won the most championships with one single team and did not focus on the “I” but on the “us”. But surely, in terms of ability and influence, they are both included in the top five best players in history.”
David Blatt as part of the Partner TV …
David Blatt as part of the Partner TV expert panel on the documentary series, “The Last Dance”, explained why he considers Michael Jordan bigger than LeBron James, Israel Hayom relays. “Michael Jordan is bigger than LeBron James,” he pointed out on Sunday commenting on the latest episodes made available, “He won the most championships with one single team and did not focus on the “I” but on the “us”. But surely, in terms of ability and influence, they are both included in the top five best players in history.”
Knicks, David Blatt part ways
Marc Berman: Knicks and David Blatt will part ways as his consulting agreement has expired, The Post has learned. He leaves on good terms with new president Leon Rose. Was brought in originally by president Steve Mills, former Princeton teammate.
Ian Begley: David Blatt’s consulting …
Ian Begley: David Blatt’s consulting agreement with the Knicks has expired, source says, so he’s no longer with the organization. Source said he left on good terms. Blatt was hired by former NYK President Steve Mills.
Steve Popper: David Blatt will not …
Steve Popper: David Blatt will not remain on with the Knicks – source confirms @Marc Berman tweet, hired by Steve Mills as a consultant to transition from coaching to front office. Consulting agreement ended.
David Blatt has joined the Knicks as a …
David Blatt has joined the Knicks as a basketball operations consultant, the club announced Wednesday. Blatt, the former head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, was one of the finalists for the Knicks’ head-coaching vacancies in 2016 and 2018. Those jobs ultimately went to Jeff Hornacek and David Fizdale, respectively. Blatt has retired from coaching and is expected to consult with the Knicks’ front office in scouting and player evaluation for the NBA club and the Westchester Knicks, the franchise’s G League team.
Blatt, who has a strong relationship …
Blatt, who has a strong relationship with team president Steve Mills and VP of player development Craig Robinson, is not expected to assist with the coaching staff. “David Blatt is a great basketball mind and we look forward to adding him to the organization,” Mills and Knicks general manager Scott Perry said in a statement released by the team. “He will be a great asset to our front office, G League team and international scouting.”
Blatt was at the Knicks’ facility on …
Blatt was at the Knicks’ facility on Wednesday chatting with Mills, Perry, and Allan Houston, the assistant to the general manager. He also spoke with interim head coach Mike Miller. “I think it’s a great resource for the organization,” Miller said Wednesday of the Blatt hire.
