Jeff Hornacek, born on May third, nineteen sixty-three, is a distinguished American basketball coach and former player. With a career that spans both the court and the sidelines, he currently serves as a coaching consultant for the Utah Jazz in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Before transitioning into coaching, Hornacek had a notable playing career as a shooting guard in the NBA from nineteen eighty-six to two thousand. He showcased his skills at Iowa State University, where he honed his talents before making his mark in professional basketball.
His coaching journey includes significant roles as the head coach for the Phoenix Suns from two thousand thirteen to two thousand sixteen and the New York Knicks from two thousand sixteen to two thousand eighteen. Additionally, he contributed as an assistant coach for the Houston Rockets, further solidifying his expertise in the game.