Becky Hammon is coming back to the WNBA as a head coach.
The veteran San Antonio Spurs assistant and former Colorado State University star took the lead spot with the Las Vegas Aces on Friday.
“I am so excited to return to the WNBA and grateful for Mark Davis and Nikki Fargas having a vision for me to lead the Aces,” said Hammon. “This is where I come from, and I wouldn’t be me without the W. I’m thrilled to be able to give back and lead this next group of women.”
She will be the highest paid coach in the league, potentially earning three or four times more than the highest paid player according to a person familiar with the deal.