Florida State assistant Chris Kent accepts head coaching role with Austin Spurs

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Florida State assistant Chris Kent accepts head coaching role with Austin Spurs
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Florida State assistant coach and director of player development Chris Kent is departing the program to serve as the head coach of the Austin Spurs. The NBA G League team announced the appointment on Thursday, concluding Kent’s single-season stint with the Seminoles. During his tenure in Tallahassee, Kent contributed to the development of Robert McCray V and assisted with the growth of LaJae Jones, who was drafted by the Golden State Warriors. Kent brings significant professional coaching experience to the Austin franchise, having previously worked with the Rip City Remix and the Windy City Bulls. He now prepares to lead an Austin squad that qualified for the G League playoffs last season with a 20-12 record. Head coach Luke Loucks must now adjust his Florida State staff as the team continues preparations for the 2026-27 season.

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  • Chris Kent joins the Austin Spurs as head coach after one season at Florida State.
  • Kent helped develop LaJae Jones, who was selected by the Golden State Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft.
  • The Austin Spurs reached the G League playoffs last season with a 20-12 record.
  • Kent held previous coaching roles with the Rip City Remix, Windy City Bulls, and Fort Wayne Mad Ants.
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Florida State basketball assistant coach and director of player development Chris Kent is leaving to become head coach of the Austin Spurs.

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