Hornets hire Jordan Sears as assistant coach and director of player development
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:54 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets have appointed Jordan Sears as an assistant coach and director of player development, effective immediately. Sears previously served on the Dallas Mavericks' coaching staff under Jason Kidd. The Hornets are looking to enhance their development setup after a disappointing playoff exit last season, ending a decade-long playoff drought. Sears steps in following the departure of Zach Peterson to pursue a G League head coaching opportunity. The Hornets' season opens against the Brooklyn Nets on October 21.
- •Jordan Sears joins the Hornets after coaching with the Mavericks.
- •Sears replaces Zach Peterson, who left for a G League position.
- •The Hornets finished last season with a 44-38 record.
- •Charlotte starts the new season on October 21 against Brooklyn.
- •Sears previously coached the Texas Legends in the G League.
- 2:54 AMYahoo Sports — Hornets Hire Former Mavericks Assistant Jordan Sears
"The Charlotte Hornets hired former Dallas Mavericks assistant Jordan Sears as an assistant coach and director of player development.
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