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Ryan Hollins says Mike Brown has a ‘winning mindset’ as an NBA coach

Apr 12, 2023, 1:45 PM

Head coach Mike Brown of the Sacramento Kings against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on March 1...

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Former Sacramento King Ryan Hollins joined Chris Watkins and Whitey Gleason Wednesday to talk about the Kings making the postseason, what the series will look like again the Golden State Warriors, and how the Kings can shout in the postseason. Plus, is coach Mike Brown the key to all this?

“It just goes to show, he has a winning mindset,” Hollins said on the show. “He has high expectations for that ball club and I’m not surprised by any bit of success the Kings are having.”

Additional topics discussed include:

  • Ryan shares stories about Houston Rockets’ center Alperen Sengun
  • Hollins’ thoughts on coach Mike Brown
  • Is there pressure on the Warriors this year?
  • Ryan compares the Warriors to the San Antonio Spurs’ dynasty
  • How far can the Lakers go in the playoffs?
  • How has Vivek turned the Kings’ franchise around?
  • Is Kings-Warriors the best series?
  • What happens if the Rockets get Victor Wembanyama?
  • Did Ryan tip that ball in 2014?

Click here to watch and listen to the full interview with Ryan Hollins.

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