Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson has been awarded Coach of the Year by the National Basketball Coaches Association. Under Atkinson's leadership, the Cavaliers improved their record to 64-18, marking a significant 16-win increase from the previous season. This achievement is especially notable as it's the first time the franchise has won 60+ games since 2009-10 and without star LeBron James. Atkinson's recognition highlights his innovative coaching style and contributions to the game, supported by praise from peers, including Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle.
Kenny Atkinson has long been respected by his peers as an innovative and humble servant to the game. Congratulations to Kenny on a historic season along with this prestigious recognition by his peers.
Atkinson took over a Cavs team that reached the second round of the postseason last year and led them to a 16-win improvement and the top seed in the Eastern Conference.
This season marks the first time the Cavs have won 60 or more games since 2009-10 and the first ever without LeBron James on the roster.
Bickerstaff, who was replaced in Cleveland by Atkinson, led the Pistons to their first playoff appearance since 2019, more than tripling their win total from last season to this season.
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