Split: I didn’t expect to be sitting in this position. I’m very happy that the players smiled.
6686 Sports News on October 25th. In a game that ended today, the Trail Blazers defeated the Warriors 139-119 at the home court and won their first win of the season.
According to NBA reporter Ramona Shelburne, Trail Blazers interim head coach Split was splashed with water in celebration after winning the first game of his coaching career.
When asked if he expected to be in this position 48 hours ago, he said: "Of course I didn't expect it, but rather than thinking about myself, I am more happy to see a smile on my players' faces."
According to previous reports, Billups faced multiple charges for illegal investments, and Split served as the Trail Blazers' interim coach.