Overview
- Carlisle said his term ends at the close of December 2025 after serving as NBCA president since 2005.
- NBCA members elected Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff to take over, with the transition slated to take effect in 2026.
- Carlisle disclosed he decided about a year ago that 2025 would be his final year leading the coaches' group.
- HoopsRumors reports Bickerstaff currently serves as the association’s vice president/treasurer, complementing a résumé that includes head-coaching roles in Memphis, Cleveland and now Detroit.
- Carlisle praised Bickerstaff’s leadership and said he is working to support Hall of Fame recognition for Bernie Bickerstaff as a contributor.