First off, we are doing away with the Roman numerals, which only are used in copyright dates and Super Bowls. They can have ’em.
Now back to business. Last week’s Bernucca List was first correctly answered by reader Matthew, who said the list was players who were parts of trades involving Shaquille O’Neal. He narrowly edged Sam Millner, preventing him from winning a second straight week.
This week’s list is below. Whether you are a reader or a tweeter, send an answer. First correct one gets a mention next week and a congratulatory tweet from Sheridan. Remember, you must be specific in your response.
The Bernucca List
| Rick Adelman |
| Mike Brown |
| Avery Johnson |
| George Karl |
| Byron Scott |
| Erik Spoelstra |
| Stan Van Gundy |
Current coaches who hold a team record for wins in regular season (not necessarily with team they are currently with)
They are the only active coaches to have lost an NBA Finals appearance but have never won one.
We have a winner!!! Doug has the right answer, which is (more specifically) active coaches who have lost their only Finals appearances. (Scott and Adelman have 2.) Thanks for playing!
all have coached or are about to coach an all-star game
They were all considered for the Pacers head coaching job
Active Coaches with the highest winning percentage without winning a title
All made it to the NBA finals as head coach with the first team they coached.
Edit: Made it to the finals and lost.
Karl coached several teams before Seattle