Coby Karl signs with Nuggets

[Andrew]

Story. Noteworthy of course because George Karl is his father.

Coby Karl wants his chance with the Denver Nuggets to be more than a heartwarming tale.

The son of Nuggets coach George Karl, who is battling throat and neck cancer, was signed Sunday by Denver.

It’s a generous gesture, for sure. But Coby Karl is hoping to show that he earned this spot, and it’s more than just a gift to his ailing dad.

“I know that’s going to be out there,” Coby Karl said after working out with center Brian Butch, who was also signed. “But that’s the last thing I want it to be. As a basketball player, I’d like to think my skills have gotten me here.”

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe this is the first instance of a father coaching his son in the NBA.

[dare]

Is it a bit of humiliating to see you coach you son but still he sits on the bench? He will never get any playing time especially when playoffs starts.

[Andrew]

Not really, I'd say it would just be good judgement on the elder Karl's part. I think both Karls will enjoy the experience even if Coby isn't getting a lot of court time.

[Jackal]

Kobe will be getting tons of playing time in the playoffs.

Coby though...haha slight typo there Drew.

[Andrew]

Indeed, Coby wishes he were Kobe. The funny thing is I got it right the first time I typed up that post, then I deleted the sentence and re-worded it and got it wrong.