Becky Hammon's Current Coaching Role
Becky Hammon is the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She was hired as head coach in 2022 and led the Aces to a championship in 2023. Her contract and role are managed through the Aces organization, which operates under the WNBA's central office and team ownership structure.
The Aces are owned by MGM Resorts International, with a minority stake held by the league. Hammon's coaching staff includes assistant coaches, player development coordinators, and performance analysts. The team competes in the WNBA Western Conference and plays its home games at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas.
Becky Hammon's NBA Assistant Coaching History
Before joining the Aces, Becky Hammon served as an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs in the National Basketball Association (NBA). She was hired by the Spurs in 2014, becoming the second full-time female assistant coach in NBA history. Her tenure with the Spurs lasted through the 2022 season.
During her time with the Spurs, Hammon worked under head coaches Gregg Popovich and later Becky Hammon's own interim head coaching stint in 2020. She was a key part of the coaching staff during multiple playoff runs. Her NBA experience is frequently cited in discussions about her qualifications for the Aces head coaching position.
Becky Hammon's Background and Career Path
Becky Hammon is a former professional basketball player and current head coach. She played in the WNBA for the New York Liberty and San Antonio Silver Stars, and also had a professional career in Russia. Her playing career and extensive international experience are foundational to her coaching philosophy.
Hammon's coaching career began as an assistant with the San Antonio Spurs before her head coaching role with the Aces. Her path from player to assistant coach to head coach is a notable trajectory in professional basketball. Her current role is widely covered by sports and business media, including detailed profiles on Forbes and official team announcements on the WNBA website.