Weaver Returns to USA for NBA Interviews

Sydney Kings coach Will Weaver has flown to the USA to participate in in-person interviews for vacant NBA coaching positions.

According to ESPN, Weaver is in quarantine in Oklahoma City as he prepares to interview for the Oklahoma City Thunder head coaching vacancy.

In a statement, Kings Chairman and Owner Paul Smith said the club not only supports Weaver’s endeavors but have actively encouraged him to chase his NBA dream since joining Sydney.

“Will has kept us informed in an ongoing basis in regards to the recent discussions he has been involved in,” Smith said.
 
“We support Will in this process. It is implicit to our vision for the Sydney Kings, a club that helps ambitious people move forward in their careers. Be it a player, coach or a member of our management team, my greatest thrill is seeing people achieve their ambitions.
 
“Equally we have an obligation to our players, staff, members and fans to ensure the Kings continue to plan for the upcoming season and ongoing success.
 
“The fact that our Head Coach is exploring an exciting career opportunity is just part of the reality of pro sport and its constant evolution. It’s exactly why our planning doesn’t have an off switch.” 
 
Until further news comes to hand, it remains business as usual for the Kings.

In the interim, Assistant Coaches Adam Forde and James Duncan will lead the players, with the support of the Kings Head of Performance Toby Banfield, Special Advisor Luc Longley, and CEO Chris Pongrass. 

ESPN also reported Weaver was strongly considered for the New Orleans Pelicans' coaching job before Stan Van Gundy was hired.