Tell The Tribune: What’s your favorite memory of former Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan?
(Chris Detrick | Tribune file photo) Former Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan dies Friday, May 22, 2020. He was 78.
He’s been called a “legend,” an “indomitable fighter“ and “one of the greatest coaches in the history of the NBA.” Over 23 years, Jerry Sloan led the Utah Jazz to consecutive NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998 and 15 consecutive playoff appearances between 1989 and 2003. On Friday, he died at age 78.
The Salt Lake Tribune wants to hear your favorite memories of the former coach. Your responses won’t be published without your permission. A reporter from The Salt Lake Tribune might reach out for further comment.
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