The winds of change are howling through the WNBA, and Curt Miller seems to have found himself a sturdy parachute. After a less-than-spectacular stint as the Los Angeles Sparks head coach — where an 8-32 record left fans reaching for the nearest paper bag — Miller has decided to take his talents to the front office. That’s right, folks, he’s traded in his clipboard for a shiny new title: Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager of the Dallas Wings. Fancy, huh?
The Sparks and Miller mutually agreed to part ways after a two-season experiment that felt more like an extended science fair project gone wrong. Miller’s combined 25-55 record in LA wasn’t exactly what you’d call a “highlight reel.” But hey, the past is the past, and Miller is apparently done with the high-stress world of pacing the sidelines. Now he’ll be crunching numbers and orchestrating trades like a chess grandmaster in a suit.
Dallas Wings: New Wings, Who Dis?
Meanwhile, over in Dallas, it’s a similar story of disappointment and dysfunction. The Wings are fresh off a 9-31 season, a record so rough it could make even the staunchest fans consider a hobby outside of basketball. After parting ways with head coach Latricia Trammell, the Wings found themselves in need of someone to clean up the mess. Enter Miller, broom in hand.
But let’s not forget, Miller’s no stranger to success. Before his ill-fated Sparks tenure, he spent seven seasons turning the Connecticut Sun into legitimate contenders, even leading them to the 2022 WNBA Finals. If you squint hard enough, you might just see a glimmer of hope for the Wings.
New Role, Same Drama
The big question now: Can Miller thrive in his new gig? It’s one thing to call plays from the bench; it’s another to rebuild a franchise from the ground up. The Wings have talent but need direction — and perhaps a prayer or two. Miller will be tasked with finding a new head coach, restocking the roster, and convincing Dallas fans that brighter days are ahead. No pressure, Curt.
One can’t help but imagine Miller’s first day in the Dallas front office. He’s probably got a whiteboard covered in X’s, O’s, and “HELP WANTED” signs. The Wings need a coach who can turn things around, and fast. Maybe Miller will hire someone who can inspire a team to play like they actually enjoy winning. Revolutionary idea, right?
A League of Change
As it stands, more than half of the WNBA will have new head coaches in 2025. It’s like a musical chairs game, except instead of music, it’s the sound of job security crumbling. With eight of 13 teams hitting the reset button, the upcoming season promises to be a wild ride.
Curt Miller’s transition to the Wings’ front office adds another layer of intrigue to this offseason saga. Can he thrive in his new role? Will Dallas finally soar, or will they remain grounded in mediocrity? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: Miller won’t have to worry about technical fouls from the comfort of his executive suite.
For now, Dallas fans can cross their fingers, clutch their foam fingers, and hope that this move marks the start of something great. Or at least better than 9-31.
Let the rebuilding begin!
