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Jazz Not Planning Coaching, Front Office Changes After Poor Start

The Utah Jazz are not planning any changes to their coaching staff or front office following the team’s poor start to the season.Utah was expected to be competing for a playoff spot this season, but instead, the team is off…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 12:20 AM
Jazz Not Planning Coaching, Front Office Changes After Poor Start
Key Things to Know
  • Jazz owner Ryan Smith confirmed no coaching staff or front office changes are coming despite a 1-8 start.
  • Smith publicly backed head coach Will Hardy, executive Austin Ainge, and CEO Danny Ainge.
  • Smith expressed frustration over the team's inconsistency but stressed building an NBA championship contender takes time.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith announced that the franchise is not planning any changes to its coaching staff or front office despite a 1-8 start to the season. Speaking on KSL's "Scotty G. & The Coach" podcast, Smith reaffirmed his strong commitment to head coach Will Hardy, executive Austin Ainge, and CEO Danny Ainge as they navigate the team's struggles together.

Smith acknowledged frustration with the team's early inconsistency following expectations to push for a playoff spot after previously acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. However, the owner emphasized that building a legitimate contender is a multi-year process, noting the franchise remains focused on a two-to-four-year timeline to pursue an NBA championship.

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