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Chris Spatola, former Duke assistant and ESPN analyst, dies at 47

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:56 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Chris Spatola, former Duke assistant and ESPN analyst, dies at 47

Summary

Chris Spatola, a college basketball analyst for ESPN and former assistant coach at Duke University, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 47. His death was announced by ESPN, although specific details remain undisclosed. Spatola was an assistant coach at Duke from 2007 to 2012, contributing to the team's 2010 national championship victory. He was married to Mike Krzyzewski's daughter, Jamie, and the couple had three children. Colleagues and friends in the basketball community have offered condolences and shared memories on social media.

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By the Numbers

•Chris Spatola died unexpectedly on September 21, 2026.
•He was an assistant coach at Duke from 2007-2012.
•Spatola contributed to Duke's 2010 national championship win.
•He was married to Mike Krzyzewski's daughter, Jamie.
•Colleagues shared condolences and memories on social media.

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12:56 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst, former Duke assistant Chris Spatola dies at 47

What they're saying

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Chris Spatola was longtime Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski's son-in-law, and he was an assistant for the Blue Devils when they won their national championship in 2010.
— Yahoo Sportsby Ryan Young

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