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Liberty Finalize Deal to Hire Warriors Assistant Chris DeMarco as Head Coach

The hire reflects New York’s shift toward NBA experience to drive an “evolution and innovation” reset.

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 17: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors and Sabrina Ionescu #20 of the New York Liberty pose for a photo after their 3-point challenge during the State Farm All-Star Saturday Night at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 17, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Liberty officials and DeMarco’s agent finalized terms on Friday, with multiple outlets reporting an official announcement is expected.
  • DeMarco has been with Golden State since 2012, contributed to four NBA titles, led the Warriors’ defensive game-planning, and coaches the Bahamas men’s national team with ties to Liberty forward Jonquel Jones.
  • The eight-week search considered finalists Kristi Toliver, Will Weaver and Jama Mahlalela after New York moved on from Sandy Brondello in September.
  • It is not yet clear when DeMarco will depart the Warriors, as WNBA training camps open in April.
  • New York faces a pivotal offseason with most of the roster headed to free agency under an unresolved CBA and only Leonie Fiebich and Nyara Sabally currently under contract.