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San Francisco Chronicle
08-07-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Mike Brown is excited about the potential and the pressure of being Knicks coach
GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — Mike Brown knows there's going to be pressure that comes with coaching the Knicks. He also knows there's a great roster and great restaurants waiting in New York. He's excited about all of it. The new Knicks coach shook off any concerns about taking over a team that fired Tom Thibodeau despite getting two wins from the NBA Finals, pointing to the positives Tuesday that made him want the job. 'Nobody has any bigger expectations, first of all, than I do. I mean, my expectations are high,' Brown said. 'But this is the Knicks. I talked about Madison Square Garden being iconic. You talk about our fans. I love and embrace the expectations that come along with it, so I'm looking forward to it.' Brown was hired a little more than a month after the Knicks surprisingly fired Thibodeau despite getting to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years. Brown didn't want to talk too much about that decision, nor the Sacramento Kings' choice to fire him last season. 'First of all, Tom's a tremendous coach and he is a friend of mine, but I don't want to get to the past,' Brown said. 'I'm just excited about the roster. I'm excited about the things that we're going to put in place here and where we could go with the guys that we have.' The Knicks went 51-31 last season and have one of the strongest starting fives in the league, headlined by All-NBA selections Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. They would have gone into next season as one of the favorites in the East if they brought back their same team. Instead, team president Leon Rose and owner James Dolan decided they needed to change coaches as they continue searching for their first championship since 1973. 'Our goal, starting with Mr. Dolan to Leon to the players all the way down to the fans, is to build a sustainable, winning culture that produces championships. That's why I'm here,' Brown said. 'I'm fortunate to know what it takes to create that success: a lot of hard work, a high level of commitment and a focus on today.' Brown talked about wanting to win and called New York 'a great place that has like thinking.' He is eager to build a partnership with Rose, the former player agent who represented LeBron James when he played for Brown in Cleveland. 'And then looking at the roster and the reality of it is, Ro said, 'We better move to New York because I'm a foodie,' Brown said, referring to his fiancee who was seated in the front row. 'So when you combine all those things, it was a no-brainer for me.' Brown is 454-304 in 11 seasons, winning NBA Coach of the Year honors in 2009 with Cleveland and 2023 in Sacramento, when he led the Kings to the playoffs for the first time since 2006. They fired him 1 1/2 seasons later. The Knicks equally valued his success as an assistant coach, winning an NBA title in 2003 under Gregg Popovich in San Antonio and three more championships under Steve Kerr in Golden State. He also led the Nigerian team to an upset victory over the U.S. in a pre-Olympic exhibition game in 2021. 'When I was in San Antonio with David (Robinson) and Tim (Duncan), it was about playing inside-out, and now fast-forward to my time with Steve it's about pace and space and that's where the game is,' Brown said. 'If you can't evolve you're going to get left behind, and so I feel like I'm trying to do that and hopefully we'll be able to bring some of that here.' Brown believes he takes over a team that can play fast like he prefers, but also has the versatility to play other styles thanks to Brunson. He added that the Knicks' success in the postseason shows their potential. The road to go even further next season is open for the Knicks, with Indiana and Boston likely to be weakened after stars Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum sustained Achilles tendon injuries in the postseason. But Brown said there is plenty of work to do. 'They're a lot of good teams out there. Doesn't matter if those guys are injured or not,' Brown said. 'At the end of the day, teams are going to find ways to win. So we don't feel like it's going to be any easier just because of injuries.' ___
Hamilton Spectator
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Mike Brown is excited about the potential and the pressure of being Knicks coach
GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — Mike Brown knows there's going to be pressure that comes with coaching the Knicks. He also knows there's a great roster and great restaurants waiting in New York. He's excited about all of it. The new Knicks coach shook off any concerns about taking over a team that fired Tom Thibodeau despite getting two wins from the NBA Finals, pointing to the positives Tuesday that made him want the job. 'Nobody has any bigger expectations, first of all, than I do. I mean, my expectations are high,' Brown said. 'But this is the Knicks. I talked about Madison Square Garden being iconic. You talk about our fans. I love and embrace the expectations that come along with it, so I'm looking forward to it.' Brown was hired a little more than a month after the Knicks surprisingly fired Thibodeau despite getting to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years. Brown didn't want to talk too much about that decision, nor the Sacramento Kings' choice to fire him last season. 'First of all, Tom's a tremendous coach and he is a friend of mine, but I don't want to get to the past,' Brown said. 'I'm just excited about the roster. I'm excited about the things that we're going to put in place here and where we could go with the guys that we have.' The Knicks went 51-31 last season and have one of the strongest starting fives in the league, headlined by All-NBA selections Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. They would have gone into next season as one of the favorites in the East if they brought back their same team. Instead, team president Leon Rose and owner James Dolan decided they needed to change coaches as they continue searching for their first championship since 1973. 'Our goal, starting with Mr. Dolan to Leon to the players all the way down to the fans, is to build a sustainable, winning culture that produces championships. That's why I'm here,' Brown said. 'I'm fortunate to know what it takes to create that success: a lot of hard work, a high level of commitment and a focus on today.' Brown talked about wanting to win and called New York 'a great place that has like thinking.' He is eager to build a partnership with Rose, the former player agent who represented LeBron James when he played for Brown in Cleveland. 'And then looking at the roster and the reality of it is, Ro said, 'We better move to New York because I'm a foodie,' Brown said, referring to his fiancee who was seated in the front row. 'So when you combine all those things, it was a no-brainer for me.' Brown is 454-304 in 11 seasons, winning NBA Coach of the Year honors in 2009 with Cleveland and 2023 in Sacramento, when he led the Kings to the playoffs for the first time since 2006. They fired him 1 1/2 seasons later. The Knicks equally valued his success as an assistant coach, winning an NBA title in 2003 under Gregg Popovich in San Antonio and three more championships under Steve Kerr in Golden State. He also led the Nigerian team to an upset victory over the U.S. in a pre-Olympic exhibition game in 2021. 'When I was in San Antonio with David (Robinson) and Tim (Duncan), it was about playing inside-out, and now fast-forward to my time with Steve it's about pace and space and that's where the game is,' Brown said. 'If you can't evolve you're going to get left behind, and so I feel like I'm trying to do that and hopefully we'll be able to bring some of that here.' Brown believes he takes over a team that can play fast like he prefers, but also has the versatility to play other styles thanks to Brunson. He added that the Knicks' success in the postseason shows their potential. The road to go even further next season is open for the Knicks, with Indiana and Boston likely to be weakened after stars Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum sustained Achilles tendon injuries in the postseason. But Brown said there is plenty of work to do. 'They're a lot of good teams out there. Doesn't matter if those guys are injured or not,' Brown said. 'At the end of the day, teams are going to find ways to win. So we don't feel like it's going to be any easier just because of injuries.' ___ AP NBA:
Winnipeg Free Press
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Mike Brown is excited about the potential and the pressure of being Knicks coach
GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — Mike Brown knows there's going to be pressure that comes with coaching the Knicks. He also knows there's a great roster and great restaurants waiting in New York. He's excited about all of it. The new Knicks coach shook off any concerns about taking over a team that fired Tom Thibodeau despite getting two wins from the NBA Finals, pointing to the positives Tuesday that made him want the job. 'Nobody has any bigger expectations, first of all, than I do. I mean, my expectations are high,' Brown said. 'But this is the Knicks. I talked about Madison Square Garden being iconic. You talk about our fans. I love and embrace the expectations that come along with it, so I'm looking forward to it.' Brown was hired a little more than a month after the Knicks surprisingly fired Thibodeau despite getting to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years. Brown didn't want to talk too much about that decision, nor the Sacramento Kings' choice to fire him last season. 'First of all, Tom's a tremendous coach and he is a friend of mine, but I don't want to get to the past,' Brown said. 'I'm just excited about the roster. I'm excited about the things that we're going to put in place here and where we could go with the guys that we have.' The Knicks went 51-31 last season and have one of the strongest starting fives in the league, headlined by All-NBA selections Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. They would have gone into next season as one of the favorites in the East if they brought back their same team. Instead, team president Leon Rose and owner James Dolan decided they needed to change coaches as they continue searching for their first championship since 1973. 'Our goal, starting with Mr. Dolan to Leon to the players all the way down to the fans, is to build a sustainable, winning culture that produces championships. That's why I'm here,' Brown said. 'I'm fortunate to know what it takes to create that success: a lot of hard work, a high level of commitment and a focus on today.' Brown talked about wanting to win and called New York 'a great place that has like thinking.' He is eager to build a partnership with Rose, the former player agent who represented LeBron James when he played for Brown in Cleveland. 'And then looking at the roster and the reality of it is, Ro said, 'We better move to New York because I'm a foodie,' Brown said, referring to his fiancee who was seated in the front row. 'So when you combine all those things, it was a no-brainer for me.' Brown is 454-304 in 11 seasons, winning NBA Coach of the Year honors in 2009 with Cleveland and 2023 in Sacramento, when he led the Kings to the playoffs for the first time since 2006. They fired him 1 1/2 seasons later. The Knicks equally valued his success as an assistant coach, winning an NBA title in 2003 under Gregg Popovich in San Antonio and three more championships under Steve Kerr in Golden State. He also led the Nigerian team to an upset victory over the U.S. in a pre-Olympic exhibition game in 2021. 'When I was in San Antonio with David (Robinson) and Tim (Duncan), it was about playing inside-out, and now fast-forward to my time with Steve it's about pace and space and that's where the game is,' Brown said. 'If you can't evolve you're going to get left behind, and so I feel like I'm trying to do that and hopefully we'll be able to bring some of that here.' Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Brown believes he takes over a team that can play fast like he prefers, but also has the versatility to play other styles thanks to Brunson. He added that the Knicks' success in the postseason shows their potential. The road to go even further next season is open for the Knicks, with Indiana and Boston likely to be weakened after stars Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum sustained Achilles tendon injuries in the postseason. But Brown said there is plenty of work to do. 'They're a lot of good teams out there. Doesn't matter if those guys are injured or not,' Brown said. 'At the end of the day, teams are going to find ways to win. So we don't feel like it's going to be any easier just because of injuries.' ___ AP NBA:
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
What is Jonas Valanciunas' net worth in 2025? Exploring NBA veteran's career earnings, endorsements, and more
What is Jonas Valanciunas' net worth in 2025? (Image Credit: Getty Images) Jonas Valanciunas was drafted into the NBA by the Toronto Raptors in 2011. He is a Lithuanian player who started nine of the 32 games he played from the Sacramento Kings' side in 2024-2025. In the same season, he divided his time between the Washington Wizards and the Kings. Insiders' reports reveal that the player is being sent to the Denver Nuggets by the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Dario Saric. After his trade to the Denver Nuggets, some reports are also circulating that he is mulling over making an exit from the NBA and moving to the European League. A 4-year contract extension deal with the Raptors is his biggest paycheck. It fetched him an average annual income of $16M from the contract. Let's take a look at the net worth he has generated from his NBA career and how he makes his money. What is net worth of Jonas Valanciunas in 2025? What Is Jonas Valanciunas's Net Worth? - The Basketball Xpert The total net worth of Jonas Valanciunas in 2025 is estimated at $35 million, as per Celebrity Net Worth and other internet sources. The Sacramento Kings' center attributes his net worth primarily to the NBA contract. According to Spotrac, his career earnings from NBA contracts through the 2023-24 season stood at $145 million. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tecno Pova 7: You've NEVER Felt 144Hz This Sharp & Smooth! TECNO Mobile Buy Now Undo The additional $10M salary was added to his earnings in the 2024-2025 season as his annual salary from the current contract. Jonas Valančiūnas also makes money from endorsements. However, his frugal lifestyle has always been a matter of curiosity among fans. Top endorsement deals of Jonas Valanciunas As compared to other NBA players of his stature, Jonas Valanciunas has not lent his name to numerous brands. His endorsement portfolio comprises partnerships with brands like Bitty Ballers and Uber. As per a few of his Instagram posts, he also partnered with BMW Maranello for promotional campaigns. Jonas' choice of brands for endorsements reveals his realistic approach. He chooses to stay modest and meaningful while aligning with brands. Jonas Valanciunas' lifestyle, interests, and family life Jonas Valanciunas stays in a luxurious 4,600 sq ft. home with his wife and two sons. He enjoys his personal life away from the prying eyes of the media. The 4-bed, 5-bath house is his private sanctuary where he has accumulated all the means of entertainment and socializing. He uses the backyard of his house for gardening and family outings. The Lithuanian-origin player has a deep interest in fishing and cooking. The Grand City Media writer, Michael Wallace, once revealed his unknown side, calling him an excellent fisherman and cook. Jonas' wife, Eagle, is a fashion entrepreneur. Together, they run a fashion label, 9 O FIVE, which is a silk-based clothing line. His wife balances her professional life with Jonas' NBA career and supports him by holding the personal front for him. The couple is very much into traveling. In the 2024 offseason, the duo made memories in Kenya, exploring the globally popular wildlife of that part of the world. Also Read: 'This is a Travis/Jason hybrid': NBA star Jonas Valanciunas sparks fan theories as Travis Kelce's long-lost brother For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Forbes
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Kings Remove Interim Tag, Trusting Doug Christie To Lead Amid Uncertainty
The Sacramento Kings' future is murky. They fired former Coach of the Year Mike Brown and traded the face of the franchise, De'Aaron Fox. The primary return for the latter was Zach LaVine, a lottery-protected first-round pick from the Chicago Bulls this year, and two more future Round 1 selections. While the added draft capital should aid their future roster construction, parting with a former All-NBA guard who's 27 and not acquiring promising young players from the San Antonio Spurs was a head-scratching decision. Instead of prying Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle or a two-way wing like Devin Vassell from San Antonio, the Kings reunited LaVine and DeMar DeRozan. That's a pairing that, in part due to injuries, didn't achieve much success in Chicago. The idea that it would all of a sudden work in the Western Conference with more mileage on their tires was nearly impossible to find optimism about. The duo, with Domantas Sabonis, led Sacramento to the play-in tournament this year, but they got dispatched 120-106 by the Dallas Mavericks on their home floor. The usually raucous Golden 1 Center became a library as the game turned uncompetitive. The Kings immediately fired general manager Monte McNair after the loss. They replaced him with former New York Knicks GM Scott Perry. The latter spent three months with the franchise he's returning to, acting as their vice president of basketball operations in 2017. It's now official that Perry will work in concert with Doug Christie. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Sacramento removed the interim tag, agreeing to a multi-year contract. The Kings went 27-24 after Christie replaced Mike Brown this season. They ranked ninth in offensive efficiency in that stretch. Putting leadership in place, with a fresh set of eyes and opinions in the front office, was the crucial first step forward. Now, Sacramento must determine Sabonis's future with the franchise. Owner Vivek Ranadive has long seemed resistant to embracing a complete rebuild. It's likely why the Kings got LaVine in return for Fox, but not younger building blocks for a brighter future. According to veteran NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line substack, the team has no plans for an "offseason teardown." While LaVine, Sabonis, and DeRozan are under contract, Sacramento's lack of cap space this summer suggests it will have to get creative to acquire impactful players. It also reads like a situation likely to end the way the last two seasons did: a play-in tournament elimination.
