https://thepeachbasket.net/5-nba-coaches-on-the-hot-seat-entering-the-2026-27-season/
Jose Salviati and Steve Purciello discuss Steve’s latest “13 Rules” article on NBA coaches on the hot seat before the 2026–27 season, while promoting the independent Peach Basket Podcast Network and announcing a forthcoming daily 5–10 minute show, “Basketball Before Breakfast.” They debate pressure points for Nick Nurse in Philadelphia (fitting Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, and Joel Embiid, defensive issues, and Embiid’s health), Ime Udoka in Houston (plateaued development and results), Kenny Atkinson in Cleveland (expectations, comments about analytics, and playoff shortcomings), Chris Finch in Minnesota (Anthony Edwards’ patience, LaMelo Ball fit, and new ownership), and Portland’s situation under owner Tom Dundon and new coach Micah Nori’s short contract. They also briefly assess David Adelman in Denver, dismiss JJ Redick being in trouble, and discuss Joe Mazzulla’s timeline and player relationships in Boston before announcing a two-week hiatus.
00:00 Welcome to Shot Clock Pod
00:44 Support the Network
01:24 Basketball Before Breakfast
02:03 Coaches on the Hot Seat
02:17 Nick Nurse Pressure
08:49 Ime Udoka Under Fire
12:37 Atkinson and Cavs Ceiling
15:08 Chris Finch and Wolves Stakes
18:32 Portland Coaching Chaos
22:52 Extra Names Quick Hits
28:15 Final Buzzer and Hiatus