Brad Jones (basketball)
Brad Jones | |
|---|---|
| Born | circa 1969 United States |
| Occupation | Basketball coach |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Known for | Assistant coach for the Memphis Grizzlies, head coach of Utah Flash, Austin Toros, and Memphis Hustle |
Brad Jones (born circa 1969) is an American basketball coach, most recently serving as an assistant coach for the Memphis Grizzlies in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Early life
Jones competed in basketball at Lambuth University, where he was part of teams that secured championship titles.
Coaching career
Beginning his coaching career as an assistant, Jones advanced to head coach at Lambuth University from 1996 until 2001. In 2001, he joined the Utah Jazz organization in a scouting role and was appointed head coach of the Utah Flash in 2007. His tenure ended when his contract was not extended in July 2010.
In September 2010, Jones took on the head coaching position with the Austin Toros, guiding the team to win the 2012 D League championship before moving on. He then returned to the Utah Jazz as part of the assistant coach and player development staff, earning promotion to full assistant coach by July 2013.
Subsequently, Jones held the role of general manager for the Iowa Wolves and worked as a professional scout with the Minnesota Timberwolves. On August 22, 2018, he was named head coach of the Memphis Hustle, the development affiliate of the Memphis Grizzlies. The next season, he advanced to an assistant coaching position with the Grizzlies.