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Magic Hire Spurs' Sean Sweeney as Head Coach
- Orlando Magic near finalizing a hire of Sean Sweeney as head coach, per ESPN insider Shams Charania.
- Sweeney has risen as a coach after more than a decade in the NBA, starting as a video coordinator with the Nets and advancing to multiple assistant roles.
- The hire would mark Sweeney’s first head coaching role in the NBA.
- Sweeney contributed to the Spurs’ strong season, helping them to 62 wins and a likely postseason run.
- The report notes Sweeney’s prior NBA journey across several teams, including the Nets, Bucks, Pistons, and Mavericks.
- If finalized, Sweeney would join Orlando after the Spurs’ season ends, potentially in time for the Magic’s continued plans.
- The Magic's front office has shown interest in Sweeney as a top rising candidate to lead the franchise.
- Jeremy Brener authored the piece on SI Orlando Magic, providing context on Sweeney’s career and potential fit.
- The report includes social and media context with tweet references and public reactions.
- The piece notes Sweeney’s playoff pedigree, including deep runs with the Mavericks to the NBA Finals in 2024.
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