On the evening of June 13th, Kansas City Current fans were shocked to learn that their head coach, Matt Potter, had been fired just hours before the team’s game against the Houston Rockets. This news came as a surprise to many, as Potter had been with the team since its inception in 2018 and had led them to two playoff appearances in that time.
The team had been struggling in recent weeks, losing six of their last seven games. This prompted the team’s owner, David Glass, to make the decision to fire Potter. Glass released a statement saying, “We have decided to make a change in our coaching staff. We thank Matt for his hard work and dedication to the team and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
Potter had been with the team since its inception and had been a popular figure among both players and fans. He had also been credited with helping to develop some of the team’s young players, such as guard Devonte Graham. It is unclear who will replace Potter as head coach, but it is likely that the team will look to bring in someone with experience in the NBA.
The firing of Matt Potter is a significant moment for the Kansas City Current and its fans. Potter had been with the team since its inception and had become a beloved figure among both players and fans. His firing is sure to have an impact on the team’s performance going forward and it will be interesting to see how they respond in the coming weeks.
