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This article was first published on June 23, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The San Antonio readers.

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Blazers hire Wolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach, a year after Chauncey Billups' sudden exit

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press, as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · June 23, 2026 · 1 min read

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In a recent development, a new head coach has been selected by the Portland Trail Blazers. This decision comes after the team made the playoffs, ending a five-year drought. The chosen candidate has previous experience as an assistant with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

His background includes a five-year tenure with the Timberwolves. Further information about this appointment can be found through KSAT 12, a local ABC affiliate, which reported on the hiring of the new head coach on Tuesday.

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Category: parks · Published: June 23, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Blazers hire Wolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach, a year after Chauncey Billups' sudden exit

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