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Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra Tapped to Lead U.S. Men's Basketball Team
9 Oct
Summary
- Erik Spoelstra to become next U.S. men's basketball coach
- Replacing Steve Kerr, who led team to gold in 2024 Olympics
- Spoelstra was on staff that won gold in Paris last summer
In a significant move for U.S. basketball, Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat has been selected as the next coach of the U.S. men's national team. Spoelstra will be taking over the program from Steve Kerr, who led the Americans to a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Spoelstra, who is entering his 18th season as the Heat's head coach, was part of the coaching staff that guided the U.S. team to victory in Paris last summer. His extensive experience and success at the NBA level have made him the top choice to lead the national team through the 2027 World Cup in Qatar and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The move marks a significant milestone for Spoelstra, who will become the first Heat coach to hold the prestigious position of U.S. Olympic basketball coach. With the Americans having won the last five Olympic gold medals, Spoelstra will be tasked with maintaining the team's dominance on the global stage.
