Igor Kokoskov to sign as new Anadolu Efes head coach

14/06/202522:15

Kokoskov Igor A|X Armani Exchange Milano - Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul Euroleague 2020/2021 Milano, 03/03/2021 Foto Ciamillo-Castoria/ Claudio Degaspari

The Serbian coach replaces Luca Banchi and takes over another Turkish powerhouse after his previous stint with Fenerbahce

Anadolu Efes is starting a new chapter by appointing Igor Kokoskov as head coach, marking his return to the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague. The Serbian tactician replaces Luca Banchi.

Kokoskov most recently worked alongside Quin Snyder as an assistant coach for the Atlanta Hawks, but he brings deep European credentials to the job. He led Slovenia to a historic EuroBasket 2017 title, has coached the national teams of Georgia and Serbia, and was the first non-American to serve as an NBA head coach (Phoenix Suns, 2018-19).

A EuroLeague return for Kokoskov signals Efes’ renewed ambition after falling short of the BSL Finals and missing the EuroLeague Final Four. With a championship pedigree and vast international experience, Kokoskov is seen as the ideal figure to lead Efes back to the top.

Source Eurohoops