Orlando Magic hire DJ Bakker as assistant coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Orlando Magic will add DJ Bakker as an assistant coach, as reported on June 18, 2026. Bakker previously served as an assistant for the Charlotte Hornets and was the head coach of the Greensboro Swarm in the G League. He has also worked as an assistant for the Milwaukee Bucks and Detroit Pistons. Bakker has collaborated with Magic head coach Sean Sweeney during their time in Detroit. This addition comes as the Magic continue to build their coaching staff for the upcoming season.
- •Orlando Magic adds DJ Bakker as an assistant coach
- •Bakker's prior roles include Hornets and G League
- •Collaboration with Sean Sweeney during their time in Detroit
- •Official announcement made on June 18, 2026
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