Cleveland Cavaliers Head Coach Kenny Atkinson Adds DeMarre Carroll to Coaching Staff
The Cleveland Cavaliers are gearing up for the 2024-25 NBA season with a new head coach and coaching staff in place. Kenny Atkinson, the recent hire as head coach, has wasted no time in assembling his team, with the addition of former NBA forward DeMarre Carroll to his coaching staff.
Carroll, who retired from the NBA following the 2019-20 season, expressed his interest in coaching and now joins Atkinson in Cleveland. The familiarity between the two, as they previously worked together with the Atlanta Hawks and Brooklyn Nets, likely played a role in Carroll’s hiring.
This move comes on the heels of Atkinson also adding Jordan Ott as a lead assistant to his staff. With a strong coaching team in place, Atkinson is ready to tackle the challenges that lie ahead for the Cavaliers.
The Cavs had a solid season in 2023-24, finishing with a 48-34 record and claiming the 4-seed in the Eastern Conference. However, they fell short in the playoffs due to injuries and fatigue. As they look ahead to the upcoming season, questions remain about their ability to compete with top teams in the conference.
With a talented roster including Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen, the Cavs have the pieces to make a run. But the pressure will be on Atkinson and his staff to maximize the team’s potential and make necessary adjustments to improve their offensive production.
As the Cavaliers navigate free agency and potential trade rumors involving key players, all eyes will be on Atkinson and his coaching staff to lead the team to success in the 2024-25 season. Failure to do so could lead to significant changes within the organization.
