Former NBA star Kenyon Martin has reignited his feud with ex-coach George Karl, expressing his disdain in a recent podcast. Martin, who played for the Denver Nuggets for seven seasons, blamed Karl for the team’s failure to secure an NBA championship during their time together.
Key Takeaway
Kenyon Martin has openly criticized his former coach George Karl, asserting that the Denver Nuggets could have clinched an NBA championship with a different coach at the helm.
Kenyon Martin’s Explosive Comments
In a no-holds-barred tirade on Gilbert Arenas’ podcast, Kenyon Martin didn’t mince words when addressing George Karl. He vehemently exclaimed, “F*** George Karl!” and went on to criticize Karl’s coaching abilities, claiming that a different coach could have led the Nuggets to a championship victory.
Allegations Against George Karl
According to Martin, the talented roster, which included players like Carmelo Anthony and J.R. Smith, was hindered by Karl’s coaching. He firmly asserted that Karl failed to add any value to the team and even went as far as to label him as a “horrible person.”
Continued Feud
Kenyon Martin’s outburst follows Carmelo Anthony’s revelation on the “7PM in Brooklyn” podcast, where he disclosed Karl’s disparaging remarks about him. Karl allegedly called Anthony “overrated” during their time together in Denver. The ongoing public feud indicates that the animosity between Karl and his former players shows no signs of abating.
