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Cleveland Cavaliers president Koby Altman has signed a contract extension through the 2029-30 season, reflecting the franchise's recent success and sustained growth, including multiple playoff appearances and key player acquisitions, with owner Dan Gilbert investing in team development and infrastructure.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have fired head coach J.B. Bickerstaff despite his success in recent seasons, citing the need for a new voice to help the team reach its championship aspirations. President of basketball operations Koby Altman emphasized that the decision was not influenced by Donovan Mitchell's contract or views, although Mitchell's feedback was considered. The Cavaliers aim to have a new coach by the NBA draft on June 26, with several candidates already being discussed.
Cleveland Cavaliers president Koby Altman discussed the dismissal of coach J.B. Bickerstaff, calling it a difficult decision aimed at finding a new approach to push the team forward. Altman expressed optimism about the team's future, including Donovan Mitchell's potential long-term commitment and his influence on offseason decisions. Altman does not foresee major roster changes, emphasizing the team's existing talent and camaraderie. The search for a new coach will begin after a brief decompression period, with owner Dan Gilbert involved in the final decision.
Despite the Cleveland Cavaliers' quick exit from the NBA playoffs, coach J.B. Bickerstaff's job is secure with the organization's backing, according to president of basketball operations Koby Altman. The Cavs won 51 games during the regular season and were the league's top-rated defensive team before getting bounced in five games by the New York Knicks. Altman said Bickerstaff has been instrumental in Cleveland's turnaround and there won't be any "sweeping changes" to the roster this offseason.