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Jazz Hire Former Celtics Assistant, Leaving Terry Stotts Without Head Coaching Job

Boston Celtics assistant coach Will Hardy is likely to become the new head coach of the Utah Jazz, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Boston Celtics assistant Will Hardy is closing in on deal to become the next head coach of the Utah Jazz, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium

Jazz CEO Danny Ainge and his front office underwent an extensive coaching search process that included former head coaches, top assistants, G League coaches and former players. Will Hardy — the top assistant on Ime Udoka’s Boston staff — emerged as the strong frontrunner.