Jacque Vaughn expected he’d have 20 games to show his coaching skills. He had two before the NBA suspended play ... and four of his players, including Kevin Durant, tested positive for coronavirus. He was 2-0, with wins over the Bulls and Lakers. Not a bad debut but not what he had hoped for.
Instead he faced a different and far more difficult challenge, dealing with the coronavirus crisis, keeping his players safe and in shape should the league return to play.
Sean Marks, speaking with the media last week, praised Vaughn for what he’s done in that job.