Overview

• Grant Hill says Spoelstra accepted the job at an August dinner, with the appointment made official this week at a Miami news conference.
• Spoelstra stresses that USA Basketball has its own culture, indicating he will not transplant the Miami Heat’s approach.
• He cites a family‑friendly environment as decisive in accepting the role and becomes the first Filipino‑American to lead the U.S. men’s program.
• Planning for the next cycle is underway, with assistant coaches and other details expected to be finalized next year, according to Spoelstra and Hill.
• Heat captain Bam Adebayo praises the hire, underscores the gold standard, and signals interest in playing in the 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.