Jeff Hornacek
Basketball player, coach, and analyst
Born
May 3rd, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at Iowa State University and earned All-American honors. Selected by the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the 1986 NBA Draft. Played the majority of his career with the Suns, participating in the NBA Finals in 1993. Pursued a coaching career after retirement, serving as head coach for the New York Knicks and an assistant for multiple teams. Worked as a television analyst following coaching stints, providing insights on basketball strategies and player performances.
Played for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Participated in the NBA Finals in 1993
Served as head coach for the New York Knicks
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