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The Houston Rockets have received permission to interview the Golden State Warriors associate head coach Kenny Atkinson for the franchise’s coaching job.

Atkinson helped rebuild the Brooklyn Nets into a playoff team and accepted a Charlotte job before changing his mind and staying in Golden State a year ago.

Atkinson has a strong history of creating an environment for young players to grow into winning professionals, including both as Brooklyn’s head coach and as an assistant in several stops.