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Report: Warriors' Kenny Atkinson Agrees to 4-Year Contract as Hornets' New Head Coach

Bleacher Report | June 10, 2022

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The Charlotte Hornets have reportedly agreed to a four-year deal with Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson to be their new head coach, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium first reported the sides were nearing an agreement.

Shams Charania

Atkinson met with Charlotte Hornets officials — including owner Michael Jordan — on Wednesday and the franchise has decided on the former Nets coach as its new head coach, sources said. Atkinson brings development and defensive structure to a young and talented roster. <a href="https://t.co/MqlwGJxzz9">https://t.co/MqlwGJxzz9</a>

The Athletic's Charania and Sam Amick reported on June 3 that Atkinson had "emerged as a front-runner" for the position and had a scheduled meeting with team officials, including owner Michael Jordan.

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