Sam Amick shares his NBA Sixth Man of the Year vote

Apr 18, 2024, 8:35 AM

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NBA writers from around the league have cast their votes for this season’s slate of awards, and the Sixth Man of the Year winner will likely be one of Sacramento’s Malik Monk or Minnesota’s Naz Reid.

The Athletic’s Sam Amick joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross on Thursday morning to reveal his vote for the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award, share his thoughts on the Kings’ impressive Play-In win over the Golden State Warriors, and much more.

Plus: Sam thinks that Klay Thompson will be staying put in San Francisco once free agency begins.

Topics Discussed

NBA Awards season is near
Sam says that his vote for Sixth Man of the Year went to Malik Monk
Why does Sam think Monk deserves the award more than T-Wolves forward Naz Reid?
Diving into the Kings’ impressive win over the Warriors
“They looked fantastic.” – Amick on Sacramento’s performance against Golden State
Pelicans star Zion Williamson (hamstring) will not play in Friday’s elimination game vs. the Kings
Other injuries have transpired during the Play-In portion of the postseason
If the Milwaukee Bucks lose to the Indiana Pacers, will Doc Rivers be on the hot seat?
Looking at some upcoming questions that the Golden State Warriors must address this offseason.
Sam thinks that Klay Thompson will re-sign with the Warriors

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