Kenny Smith no longer a candidate for Rockets job

Posted May 17, 2016
Former Houston Rockets guard Kenny Smith will no longer be a candidate to be Rockets head coach, a person with knowledge of the decision said Monday. Smith was described as very impressive and likely to become an NBA head coach if he pursues it, but the Rockets will shift their focus to experienced head coaches and extremely experienced assistants. (Houston Chronicle)

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