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Jamal Crawford declines three NBA coaching opportunities this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Jamal Crawford declines three NBA coaching opportunities this summer

Summary

Jamal Crawford, currently an analyst for NBC Sports, has turned down three coaching offers this summer. Despite just one year in broadcasting following his retirement from the NBA after the 2020 season, Crawford sees his future in coaching and anticipates starting his career after his son completes high school. He received an offer to interview for a head-coaching position, along with two assistant coach opportunities. Crawford has gained respect within the league, known for mentoring younger players during his playing days and providing relatable analysis as a broadcaster.

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Key Details

•Crawford has turned down three NBA coaching jobs this summer.
•He sees himself becoming an NBA coach eventually.
•One offer was for a head-coaching vacancy.
•He aims to start coaching after his son finishes high school.
•Crawford is respected for mentoring younger players.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — NBC’s Jamal Crawford reveals he turned down 3 NBA coaching opportunities this summer

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Just one year into working on the top NBA broadcast booth at NBC Sports, Jamal Crawford is already fielding interest from coaching staffs around the league. The former star sixth man rose quickly in broadcasting after retiring from the NBA after the 2020 season, first at TNT Sports and then with NBC. Yet as he…
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