Deadspin | Jazz lengthen trainer Will Hardy via 2031

Following the worst season in franchise historical past, the Utah Jazz affirmed their dedication to move trainer Will Hardy with a freelance extension on Monday.

Hardy, 37, has compiled a document of 85-161 (.346) without a playoff appearances via his first 3 seasons in Salt Lake City. His new multi-year deal runs via 2031.

“I’m humbled and honored,” Hardy mentioned, in keeping with the workforce website online. “This is an incredible franchise. To be able to be committed to the next phase of our process is hard to explain. Moments like this are very surreal. I’m so excited.”

The Jazz completed with the worst document within the NBA in 2024-25 at 17-65. Previously, Utah’s worst end used to be 23-59 in its inaugural season within the league in 1974-75.

“Will is a great leader, communicator, and ambassador for our (organization),” proprietor Ryan Smith posted on X. “… Our goal is to hang a banner, and Will is a huge part of this journey.”

Hardy labored an assistant trainer with the Boston Celtics (2021-22) and the San Antonio Spurs (2015-21) sooner than he turned into the top trainer of the Jazz in June 2022.

–Field Level Media