Kings crown Mike Brown after huge NBA milestone

Win No. 400: Kings crown Mike Brown after huge NBA milestone

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Following the
Kings’ 132-120 win
over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night at Golden 1 Center, the attention turned to assistant coach Jordi Fernandez in the Kings’ locker room.

Since the 2022-23 NBA season, after every win, Fernandez has honored a player for their defensive contributions. Interestingly, on the night Keegan Murray was expected to receive the accolade, Coach Mike Brown was surprisingly crowned after his 400th career regular-season NBA victory Monday night.

“It should’ve gone to Keegan,” Brown graciously admitted after the game, but his wish was disregarded by the team.

An emotional moment occurred as Brown acknowledged the key individuals that contributed to his journey, expressing gratitude for his players, coaches, and team owners throughout his impactful career.

Despite his “militant” coaching style, Brown’s influence on players such as De’Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray has been profound, unlocking their potential and inspiring them to perform at a higher level. His tenacity and commitment to player development have turned the Sacramento Kings from a struggling team into a formidable force in the NBA.

Monday’s win was a tribute to Coach Mike Brown and his exceptional leadership, and as the Kings continue their season, they will undoubtedly strive to add more victories to honor his remarkable coaching journey.