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Eric Musselman Is Thriving in College Hoops. Will the NBA Ever Call Again?

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  • Eric Musselman flamed out as a young head coach for the Warriors and Kings, but he’s built a powerhouse in the college ranks at Nevada. Now 54, will the NBA ever come calling again?

The NBA, like every other pro sports league, recycles coaches. Mike D’Antoni failed in Denver, succeeded in Phoenix, quit in New York and flopped in Los Angeles before regaining his footing in Houston. Terry Stotts was fired in Atlanta and Milwaukee before finding success in Portland.