Golden State Warriors Assistant Coach Hospitalized, Game Against Utah Jazz Postponed

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17/01/2024 18h47

In a surprising turn of events, the NBA decided to postpone the highly anticipated game between the Golden State Warriors and the Utah Jazz on Wednesday. The postponement came after Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojević was hospitalized following a medical emergency that took place during a private team dinner in Salt Lake City on Tuesday.

The incident has raised concerns among both the team and fans, as the Warriors have not provided any further details regarding Milojević's condition. They assure the public that an update on his status will be provided when appropriate. The NBA, on the other hand, has not announced a new date for the game, stating that it will be postponed to a later time.

The Warriors hired Milojević, a 46-year-old Serbian, in August 2021 to work closely with center James Wiseman, who was drafted as the No. 2 pick in the 2020 draft. Wiseman's rookie season revealed the need for further development, and Milojević's reputation as a reputed big-man coach made him an ideal addition to the coaching staff. Milojević is well-known for his work with esteemed players like Nikola Jokić and Ivica Zubac.

Despite trading Wiseman to the Detroit Pistons in February 2023, the Warriors' forward Kevon Looney credited Milojević for his improved rebounding skills. Milojević's expertise and influence has proven valuable to the team, and his absence will undoubtedly be felt.

As the NBA community awaits more information about Milojević's condition, the focus now shifts to the rescheduling of the postponed game. Fans are eager to witness the showdown between two of the league's top teams, but the priority remains on the well-being and recovery of Coach Milojević.

The basketball world sends their well wishes to Coach Milojević, hoping for a swift recovery, and anticipates his return to the Warriors' coaching staff.

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