Magic hiring Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as their new head coach
The Orlando Magic have hired Sean Sweeney as their new head coach, moving from his position as an assistant with the San Antonio Spurs. Sweeney, who has been coaching in the NBA since 2011, takes over from Jamahl Mosley, who was let go after the team failed to advance past the first round of the playoffs. Sweeney is recognized for his defensive coaching skills and will aim to lead the Magic's core players to greater playoff success.
- ▪Sean Sweeney is finalizing a deal to become the head coach of the Orlando Magic.
- ▪He previously served as an associate coach with the San Antonio Spurs and has been in the league since 2011.
- ▪Sweeney takes over from Jamahl Mosley, who was fired after the Magic lost a 3-1 series lead in the playoffs.
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NBA Magic hiring Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as their new head coach By Ryan Giancola Published May 29, 2026, 6:00 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Magic have chosen their next head coach. Spurs associate coach Sean Sweeney is finalizing a deal to move to the Sunshine State after the conclusion of the postseason and join Orlando, according to multiple reports. Sweeney beat out two other candidates for the position — former Bulls head coach Billy Donovan and Clippers assistant Jeff Van Gundy. Sweeney has been coaching in the league since 2011, but this is his first head coaching job.
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