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Knicks assistant Chris Jent emerges as Blazers coaching candidate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:42 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Knicks assistant Chris Jent emerges as Blazers coaching candidate
Summary

Knicks assistant Chris Jent is in consideration for the Portland Trail Blazers' head coaching position. With Dallas hiring Dusty May, Portland remains the only NBA team without a head coach ahead of Tuesday’s draft. Jent is reportedly competing against finalists Micah Nori and Tyler Lashbrook for the role. The coaching hire is expected to be finalized soon as the team prepares for the upcoming draft.

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Key Details
  • •Chris Jent is an assistant for the New York Knicks.
  • •Portland has yet to name a head coach.
  • •Dallas recently hired Dusty May.
  • •Finalists for the Blazers' job include Micah Nori and Tyler Lashbrook.
  • •The team is finalizing the hire before Tuesday's draft.
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  • 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks assistant Chris Jent getting real consideration for Blazers' head coaching job
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Knicks assistant Chris Jent getting real consideration for Blazers' head coaching job

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