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Spurs Reportedly Hiring Australian Jacob Chance to Lead Austin Spurs

The move, reported by HoopsHype, follows Scott King's promotion to San Antonio's NBA staff.

Overview

  • HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reported that San Antonio will hire Jacob Chance as head coach of its G League affiliate, a report echoed by Hoops Rumors.
  • The organization has not issued an official announcement confirming the hire.
  • Chance most recently served on Melbourne United's staff and with the Australian men's national team, including a stint as acting Boomers head coach during a FIBA window.
  • The expected appointment would fill the opening created when 2025 G League Coach of the Year Scott King moved up to the Spurs' NBA bench as an assistant.
  • If finalized, he would be the second Australian to lead a G League team, following Nielsen's tenure with Austin in 2020–21.