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In addition to undergoing significant roster changes, the Kansas Jayhawks have completely revamped their coaching staff this offseason. Former KU point guard Jacque Vaughn returned to Lawrence as an assistant to become the first NBA head coach to serve on the sidelines for the Jayhawks.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 22

Former Brooklyn Nets HC Joins Kansas Coaching Staff

Former Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn is joining the Kansas Jayhawks’ men’s basketball team as an assistant coach, the team announced on Wednesday. "I'm truly honored and overwhelmed with excitement to return to my alma mater and join Coach [Bill] Self's staff as an assistant coach," Vaughn is quoted as saying in a press release .

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 22

Former Brooklyn Nets Coach Lands on Kansas Basketball Staff

Former Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn is back in a coaching seat, this time at his alma mater with a legendary head coach. Vaughn will be joining the Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff under Bill Self as an assistant coach, the school announced.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / May 22

Why Darryn Peterson Could Benefit From Kansas Adding Jacque Vaughn

The Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff made a massive acquisition on Wednesday, bringing former KU point guard Jacque Vaughn on board. Having coached 355 games at the NBA level and over a decade as an assistant, Vaughn is certainly overqualified for the job.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Hoops Rumors / May 21

Former Magic, Nets head coach joins Kansas' coaching staff

Former NBA head coach Jacque Vaughn has joined the University of Kansas to serve as an assistant coach behind longtime Jayhawks head coach Bill Self, per a Kansas press release.

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College Basketball News / CBSSports.com / May 21

Kansas basketball hires former NBA star, coach Jacque Vaughn as assistant under Bill Self

This would be Vaughn's first role in college coaching

Kansas Basketball Great Jacque Vaughn Joins KU Coaching Staff

Kansas head coach Bill Self has made a big move to address the vacancy on his coaching staff for this upcoming season as it was announced Wednesday that former Kansas basketball great Jacque Vaughn would be filling the open assistant coaching spot left by the retiring Norm Roberts.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / May 21

Jacque Vaughn Returns to Kansas as Assistant Coach Under Bill Self

Kansas is bringing a familiar face—and a serious coaching résumé—back to Allen Fieldhouse. Former All-American point guard Jacque Vaughn is joining Bill Self’s staff as an assistant coach, KU announced on Tuesday afternoon.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 19

Kansas Basketball Reportedly Adds Former NBA Head Coach in Bold Move

Kansas may be making its boldest off-court move of the offseason. Former Jayhawks star and longtime NBA coach Jacque Vaughn is reportedly close to joining Bill Self’s staff, per a report from Michael Swain of 247Sports. “Per multiple sources, Jacque Vaughn is now trending towards joining the Kansas basketball staff as an assistant coach.

How Jacque Vaughn Could Elevate the Kansas Basketball Coaching Staff

Earlier this month, Bill Self reportedly met with former Kansas Jayhawks point guard and NBA head coach Jacque Vaughn about an opening on the coaching staff in Lawrence.

Kansas Jayhawks Looking to Reunite with a Legend in Jacque Vaughn

Jacque Vaughn, one of the greatest point guards in Kansas basketball’s illustrious history, may be returning to the program that launched his professional career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 26

Dwane Casey & Jacque Vaughn Have Been Pursued For JJ Redick’s Coaching Staff

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers have a head coach in place with the hiring of JJ Redick, the next order of business will be filling out his staff. Given Redick’s lack of experience, the Lakers have been clear that they want to surrounding him with a quality staff that includes at least two former head coaches.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 26

Report: Lakers Pursuing Dwane Casey, Jacque Vaughn To Join JJ Redick’s Coaching Staff

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing Dwane Casey and Jacque Vaughn to join JJ Redick‘s coaching staff. One of the best shooters in NBA history, Redick has yet to coach above the youth level.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / April 16, 2024

Brooklyn Nets Moving In On Hiring New Head Coach

The 2023-24 NBA season has mercifully come to an end for the Brooklyn Nets. They struggled mightily after a strong start, as their entire game plan under head coach Jacque Vaughn went down the drain once Ben Simmons was sidelined by yet another back injury.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / April 16, 2024

Brooklyn Nets Fans React To New Head Coaching Hire For 2024-25 Season

On Monday night, Brooklyn Nets fans had strong reactions to the news that the team hired a permanent head coach to take over for the 2023-24 season. After a slow start to the season, the Nets made an in-season decision to fire Jacque Vaughn at the All-Star break.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 16, 2024

Nets reportedly eyeing Kings' Jordi Fernandez as head coach

The Brooklyn Nets are targeting Sacramento Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernandez to be their new head coach, ESPN reported Monday night. The Nets fired Jacque Vaughn after starting the 2023-24 season 21-33, and they finished 11-17 under interim coach Kevin Ollie.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / February 21, 2024

Nets guard thought recent HC news was a 'prank'

Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Cam Thomas said Wednesday that he was in disbelief when he first saw the news that Jacque Vaughn had been fired.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / February 21, 2024

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Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / February 19, 2024

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The Brooklyn Nets fired Jacque Vaughn from his head-coaching position on Monday almost one year to the day after he received a contract extension.

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Jacque Vaughn’s wife Laura Vaughn

Back in the day, it’s safe to say that Jacque Vaughn had a journeyman playing career. In 12 seasons, Vaughn suited up for five different teams throughout his career.

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / January 19, 2024

The Nets have a great coach on staff, but it's not Jacque Vaughn

Jacque Vaughn may have signed a multi-year extension less than a year ago on February 21, 2023, but early returns for his tenure as head coach have been less than promising. Yes, Vaughn was head man when the Nets won 12 straight games last season , including an 18 -2 stretch with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving leading the way.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 16, 2024