If you were hoping that Phoenix Suns associate head coach was going to further his career by taking the reins in Brooklyn, you’ll be disappointed. Young has been rumored to be a finalist for a job with the Nets, but it appears they are going a different direction.
ESPN Sources: Jordi Fernandez has emerged as the Brooklyn Nets’ choice to become the franchise’s next coach, separating himself in a wide, month-long search that now has the Nets prepared to hire the Sacramento Kings’ top assistant. pic.twitter.com/VHqXY9AYsb
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) April 16, 2024
Jordi Fernandez interviewed with Phoenix last summer as the Suns were amidst their head coach search and, along with Young, is considered one of the new bright minds in the NBA.