Trail Blazers hire Micah Nori as head coach on unique contract with only one guaranteed year, per report (opens original article in a new tab)

Portland Trail Blazers have hired Micah Nori as head coach under a unique contract with only one guaranteed year, replacing Tiago Splitter who led them to a playoff appearance.

• Trail Blazers hire Micah Nori as head coach with a contract that has only one guaranteed year
• Nori replaces Tiago Splitter, who led the team to its first playoff appearance since 2020-21
• Blazers' new owner Tom Dundon's approach to spending influenced the contract terms