UTAH JAZZ

Snyder Not ‘Comfortable’ Discussing Future With Jazz Publicly

May 9, 2022, 2:43 PM | Updated: 3:23 pm
Quin-Snyder-Utah-Jazz-Coach...
Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder speaks during a press conference at the Zions Bank Basketball Campus in Salt Lake City, Utah on Monday, May 9, 2022.(Deseret News: Lin Mengshin)
(Deseret News: Lin Mengshin)

SALT LAKE CITY – Quin Snyder opted against speaking about his current contract, or his future with the Utah Jazz at Monday’s end-of-season media availability.

The Jazz coach discussed several issues involving the team during his tenure but avoided committing himself to a future with the franchise when asked.

“I continue to maintain that I am not going to discuss my contractual situation publicly,” Snyder said. “It’s not something I want to do or am comfortable doing.”

Snyder is reportedly under contract for another season with the Jazz and has an extension on the table, but has yet to divulge his plans ahead of the 2022-23 season.

The Jazz coach underwent hip surgery last week, and as a result, has yet to sit down with CEO Danny Ainge, General Manager Justin Zanik, or his assistant coaches to discuss his future.

However, Snyder indicated that he plans to fulfill the traditional offseason requirements as planned.

“From an ownership standpoint, I appreciate the things that Ryan [Smith is] doing, I have great respect for him and his vision for the franchise,” Snyder said. “And then working with Justin and Danny has been great.

The coach spoke in past tense about his time in Utah, what may be considered a tipping point about his future plans, but was quick to acknowledge that there was little to read into his language.

“My family has loved it here, and don’t judge by tense when I speak,” Snyder said. “My family loves it here.”

Snyder’s name has been linked to multiple jobs around the NBA, most notably the Los Angeles Lakers vacant coach position, and as a preferred replacement for Gregg Popovich by the San Antonio Spurs.

The Lakers have reportedly begun interviews for their open position, while like Snyder, Popovich has rejected the opportunity to address his future coaching plans.

Snyder is the team’s second-winningest coach behind Hall of Famer Jerry Sloan.

After eight seasons with the team, Snyder has a coaching record of 372-264 with three opening-round playoff series wins. The Jazz finished with the fifth seed in the Western Conference with a record of 49-33 this season.

  • Utah Jazz Scoreboard

  • Utah Jazz Team Leaders

  • Utah Jazz Standings

Utah Jazz

Utah-Jazz-Talen-Horton-Tucker...
Ben Anderson

Jazz Beat Spurs, Remain 1.5 Games Back Of Play-In Tournament

The Utah Jazz were down four starters but handled the shorthanded San Antonio Spurs 128-117 thanks to 41 points from Talen Horton-Tucker.
2 days ago
Utah Jazz guard Talen Horton-Tucker...
Ben Anderson

Horton-Tucker Career-High Leads Jazz Over Spurs

Talen Horton-Tucker scored a career-high 41 points for the Utah Jazz who beat the San Antonio Spurs 128-117.
2 days ago
Utah Jazz center Udoka Azubuike (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)...
Chandler Holt

Jazz Center Udoka Azubuike Puts On First Half Dunking Display

Udoka Azubuike got efficient looks in the first half and finished most of the opportunities off with strong dunks.
2 days ago
Talen-Horton-Tucker-Utah-Jazz-NBA...
Chandler Holt

Talen Horton-Tucker Gets Off To Blistering Start Against Spurs

In the opening quarter against the San Antonio Spurs, Talen Horton-Tucker scored 16 of the Jazz's first 20 points.
2 days ago
Former Miami Heat guard and Utah Jazz minority owner Dwyane Wade (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Ima...
Ben Anderson

Report: Jazz Part Owner Dwyane Wade Named To Hall Of Fame

Utah Jazz part owner and NBA legend Dwyane Wade will be named to the Naismith Basketball Hall Of Fame this weekend. 
2 days ago
Lauri-Markkanen-Utah-Jazz-NBA...
Ben Anderson

Markkanen Out As Jazz Open Road Trip Against Spurs

The Utah Jazz will be without Lauri Markkanen when they face the San Antonio Spurs to open their final extended road trip of the season. 
2 days ago

Sponsored Articles

High angle view of the beautiful Rose Bowl Stadium...
KSL Digital Sales

How to Prepare for the 2023 Rose Bowl

Everything you need to know to plan your 2023 Rose Bowl trip in Pasadena, California. This year, the Utes will face Penn State.
Jordan-Clarkson-Utah-Jazz...
KSL Digital Sales

Notable Moments From The Utah Jazz Season… So Far

At the beginning of the season, the Utah Jazz were second to last. Now they rank in the top 10 teams in the Western Conference.
Football soccer ball on grass field on stadium...
KSL Digital Sales

Everything You Need to Know to Watch the 2022 World Cup

Find out where and when to watch the upcoming games and final match for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, including where to find live updates.
ksl sports logos...
KSL Sports

KSL Sports Newsletter: Sign Up Now

Sign up today for the KSL Sports newsletter. Get the latest Utah sports news delivered to your inbox.
jimmy-buffett-tour-art...
KSL Sports

Win Tickets Wednesday: Jimmy Buffett

Get your Hawaiian shirts ready.
Iron Maiden tour...
KSL Sports

Win Tickets Wednesday: Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden returns to Utah in 2022 with The Legacy of the Beast tour.
Snyder Not ‘Comfortable’ Discussing Future With Jazz Publicly