Phil Jackson

Known as the Zen Master, Jackson won 11 NBA championships with the Bulls and Lakers, blending his unique coaching philosophy with the triangle offense.

Red Auerbach

A Celtics legend, Auerbach coached Boston to nine NBA championships during the 1950s and 60s, shaping the modern game with his strategic insights.

Pat Riley

Leading the Showtime Lakers to four titles and winning another with the Heat, Riley’s impact extended beyond coaching into team-building excellence.

Gregg Popovich

A master of player development and team chemistry, Popovich guided the Spurs to five championships with his innovative and adaptable coaching style.

Larry Brown

The only coach to win both an NCAA and NBA title, Brown was known for turning struggling teams into contenders with his defensive focus and fundamental coaching.

Chuck Daly

Best known for coaching the Detroit Pistons’ “Bad Boys” to back-to-back championships in 1989 and 1990, Daly’s defensive strategies were game-changing.

Steve Kerr

Kerr transformed the Warriors into a dynasty, leading them to four championships in eight years with a modern, fast-paced offense.

Lenny Wilkens

A coaching stalwart, Wilkens amassed over 1,300 career wins and led the Seattle SuperSonics to the 1979 NBA championship.

Red Holzman

Holzman’s leadership brought two championships to the Knicks in the 1970s, emphasizing teamwork and disciplined play.

Jerry Sloan

Known for his long tenure with the Utah Jazz, Sloan’s consistency and tough-minded approach produced multiple deep playoff runs despite never winning a title