NBA Rumors: Top Suitors For Frank Vogel

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 21: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Indiana Pacers looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half of the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on March 21, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers defeated the 76ers 91-75. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

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Mar 18, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) dribbles the ball up the court during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Pistons win 115-108. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Sacramento Kings

All jokes about the future of the Sacramento Kings would come to a screeching halt if Frank Vogel were named the team’s next head coach. The defensive guru would help stabilize the primary areas of weakness while possessing the track record of someone who connects well with his players.

If anyone can save DeMarcus Cousins, it’s Vogel.

Vogel is a no-nonsense coach who still manages to find the balance for a lighthearted relationship with his players. Cousins is somewhat unpredictable, but all he really seems to want is to have a coach who will help him win without attempting to demean him.

Vogel can be that coach.

The Kings were one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA this season, if not the worst. Sacramento ranked dead last in scoring defense, No. 23 in points allowed per 100 possessions, and No. 24 in opponent field goal percentage.

If the 2015-16 season proved anything about Vogel, it’s that he can turn water into wine on the defensive end of the floor.

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