By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
The Memphis Grizzlies brought in Darko Rajakovic to replace Neven Spahija, the team announced Sunday. The departing coach landed a job overseas, the press release notes.
“I’m very excited to join Taylor’s staff and the Grizzlies organization,” noted Rajakovic, “This is a unique opportunity to meaningfully contribute to the growth of a highly competitive and sustainable program in Memphis. I would also like to thank Monty and the Suns organization and wish them all the best.”
The latest addition to Taylor Jenkins’ staff spent the previous NBA season working under Monty Williams at the Phoenix Suns. He previously was with the Oklahoma City Thunder since 2012 and his appointment as the Tulsa 66ers head coach. Also, he served as an assistant coach for Serbia’s national team at the 2019 FIBA World Cup.
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