Jazz sign head coach Will Hardy to contract extension – NBA Blog – NBA Basketball Blog

The Utah Jazz have signed head coach Will Hardy to a multi-year contract extension.

“We are excited to extend Will Hardy’s contract as head coach of the Utah Jazz through 2031. Will is an incredible leader, great communicator – especially with our younger players – and a strong ambassador for this franchise. He has been a tremendous partner to Danny, Justin, and me. There is no one we would rather have leading us to our ultimate goal of winning an NBA championship here in Utah,” said Ryan Smith, governor of the Utah Jazz.

Hardy, who will enter his fourth season with the Jazz in 2025-26, became the ninth head coach in Jazz history and the sixth since the franchise’s relocation to Salt Lake City in 1979. He is the first head coach hired since the Smiths purchased the Jazz in December 2020.

“Will’s leadership has been invaluable to our program,” said Danny Ainge, CEO of Jazz Basketball. ”He has established a vision for our players and a strong foundation of core values, competitive habits, and growth mindset. He is one of the brightest young coaches in our league, and we are incredibly fortunate to have him.”