Fansided

3 NBA coaches who may already be on the hot seat

By Jack McKenney

Dec 28, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan reacts during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 28, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan reacts during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports /
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WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 16: Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. of the Washington Wizards looks on from the bench in the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Capital One Arena on November 16, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 16: Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. of the Washington Wizards looks on from the bench in the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Capital One Arena on November 16, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /

2. Wes Unseld Jr., Washington Wizards

After assembling a big three of Bradley Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, and Kyle Kuzma, Wizards fans had big expectations coming into the 2022 season. While this team has been shorthanded with the injury bug, the inconsistencies are incredibly frustrating. One night, we’ll see Washington struggle against a Lakers team without Anthony Davis, or showcasing bad perimeter defense against Utah, losing games they should win.

Then we’ll see nights like Tuesday and Wednesday, where the Wizards look awesome in wins against the Suns and 76ers (two clear playoff teams). For a team that has three potential All-Stars in a weak Eastern Conference, it’s embarrassing the Wizards are currently five games below .500. Granted, Bradley Beal has been in and out of the lineup, but Kristaps Porzingis and Kyle Kuzma are both on pace to have career seasons. There’s still time left for a playoff push, but if this team continues to struggle with inconsistency even patient owner Ted Leonsis and GM Tommy Sheppard may consider whether Washington should move on from Unseld Jr.

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