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Ray Romano Emulates NBA Coach Popovich for Acting Role
25 Apr
Summary
- Romano based his character on NBA coach Gregg Popovich.
- He had limited time for character preparation.
- He replaced Robert Townsend in the role.
Ray Romano revealed that he based his portrayal of Coach Norm Stinson on NBA coaching legend Gregg Popovich. Romano joined the cast of Running Point's second season on short notice, requiring a rapid approach to character development.
He found Popovich's coaching style and demeanor to be a strong parallel for his character. This inspiration helped Romano quickly establish his performance as the Los Angeles Waves' Head Coach.
Romano's casting came after Robert Townsend was initially selected for the role. The character of Coach Stinson was reconceived following this change, with Romano joining for subsequent reshoots to embody the basketball expert who reconnects with the game.
