Isiah Thomas passionately disagrees with Mark Daigneault winning Coach of the Year, instead believing Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics was more deserving.

By the Numbers
  • Oklahoma City Thunder finished the season with a 57-25 record.
  • Boston Celtics topped the NBA with a 64-18 record.
Yes, But

While Mark Daigneault led a young Thunder team to success, Isiah Thomas felt Joe Mazzulla's achievements deserved recognition.

State of Play
  • Daigneault won Coach of the Year for leading the Thunder to the best record in the Western Conference.
  • Thomas's endorsement of Mazzulla highlights differing opinions on coaching achievements in the NBA.
What's Next

Boston Celtics are competing against the Indiana Pacers for a chance to reach the NBA Finals and fulfill Isiah Thomas's prediction of winning the championship.

Bottom Line

Isiah Thomas's public disagreement with the Coach of the Year choice underscores the subjectivity and debate in recognizing coaching excellence in the NBA.