The Clippers have more or less acknowledged that they let Vinny Del Negro walk in order to keep Chris Paul happy. The thought process is that if Paul is happy, he will want to remain a Clipper as he’s far more valuable to the long-term success than Del Negro is.
The Clippers reportedly have interest in Nate McMillan. A defensive minded McMillan would probably be a very good fit for what the Clipps are tying to do. But does this mean Chis Paul will be the one to conduct the interview? Just kidding…
As the Clippers look for a replacement for just-let-go coach Vinny Del Negro, former Portland Trail Blazers coach Nate McMillan has emerged as a potential candidate, according to several NBA executives who were not authorized to speak publicly on the situation.
McMillan is one of about five candidates the Clippers’ front office is seriously considering and will present to owner Donald Sterling, one NBA executive said.
H/T: LA Times
