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Dawn Staley Says ‘No NBA Team Is Ready’ For a Female Coach
- Staley says she was interest-level considered for the Knicks job in 2025 but was not offered the position.
- She argues franchises must prepare culturally for a female head coach to succeed.
- Staley is optimistic about coaching in the NBA despite not pursuing the WNBA.
- The Knicks eventually hired Mike Brown as head coach in July 2025.
- Staley has previously indicated she is more excited about NBA coaching challenges than the WNBA.
- She stresses the need to address media, ownership, and staff impact if a woman coaches.
- Staley’s comments were shared in a TODAY Digital report and podcast excerpt.
- Staley remains a proponent of preparing for the day a female coach leads an NBA team.
- The article frames Staley’s path as paving the way for future candidates.
- The source notes Staley previously interviewed for major coaching roles, signaling ongoing interest.
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