Following the worst season in franchise history, the Utah Jazz affirmed their commitment to head coach Will Hardy with a contract extension on Monday.
Hardy, 37, has compiled a record of 85-161 (.346) with no playoff appearances through his first three seasons in Salt Lake City. His new multi-year deal runs through 2031.
“I’m humbled and honored,” Hardy said, per the team website. “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 finished with the worst record in the NBA in 2024-25 at 17-65. Previously, Utah’s worst finish was 23-59 in its inaugural season in the league in 1974-75.
“Will is a great leader, communicator, and ambassador for our (organization),” owner Ryan Smith posted on X. “… Our goal is to hang a banner, and Will is a huge part of this journey.”
Hardy worked an assistant coach with the Boston Celtics (2021-22) and the San Antonio Spurs (2015-21) before he became the head coach of the Jazz in June 2022.
–Field Level Media
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