Just moments ago, the Golden State Warriors finalized a stunning deal to appoint Mark Pope, current head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, as their new head coach.
Sources close to the negotiations confirmed that the Warriors have agreed to pay a £50 million release fee to the University of Kentucky to secure Pope’s services. The deal reportedly includes a 5-year contract, keeping Pope at the helm of the Warriors until the 2030 NBA season.
This move comes amid sweeping changes within the Warriors organization following the departure of longtime coach Steve Kerr. Pope, known for his high-tempo offensive systems and player development expertise, is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the team as they look to rebuild around their young core.
While the announcement has shocked fans across both college and professional basketball, insiders say discussions have been ongoing for several weeks behind closed doors.
