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Alvin Harris Gentry (born November 5, 1954) is an American professional basketball executive who is the vice president of basketball engagement for the Sacramento Kings of the National Basketball Association (NBA). A former basketball player and coach, Gentry has served as the head coach of six NBA teams. He served as an interim head coach for the Miami Heat at the end of the 1994–95 season, and later coached the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, New Orleans Pelicans and Kings.

Key Information

Early and personal life

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Gentry was born in Shelby, North Carolina, where he grew up and attended Shelby High School. His first cousin is former NC State and NBA star David Thompson.

Gentry played college basketball at Appalachian State University, where he was a point guard under Press Maravich and Bobby Cremins. In 1978 he spent one year as a graduate assistant at the University of Colorado. After one year working in private business, he returned to the bench when he received his first full-time collegiate assistant coaching job at Baylor University under Jim Haller in 1980. After one year at Baylor, Gentry returned to the University of Colorado as an assistant coach from 1981 to 1986 under Tom Apke. From 1986 to 1989, Gentry served as an assistant at the University of Kansas under Larry Brown, where they won the 1988 NCAA National Championship.[1]

Gentry has been married twice and is the father of two sons and one daughter.[1]

Coaching career

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Early career

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In 1989, Gentry began his NBA coaching career as an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs under Larry Brown.[1]

Gentry joined Gregg Popovich, R. C. Buford, and Ed Manning as part of Larry Brown's assistant coaching staff for the Spurs when Brown left Kansas before the 1988–89 NBA season. After two seasons in San Antonio, Gentry left to become an assistant for the Los Angeles Clippers beginning in the 1990–91 season.

Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons

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For the 1991 season Gentry joined Kevin Loughery's staff as an assistant coach for the Miami Heat, where he coached for three seasons. He then moved to Detroit following the 1994–95 season where he served as an assistant for two and a half seasons before being named head coach late in the 1997–98 season.

Los Angeles Clippers

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Gentry returned to San Antonio as head assistant coach following the 1999–2000 season, where he was reunited with former co-assistants Gregg Popovich (the Spurs head coach and vice president of basketball operations) and R .C. Buford (the Spurs' general manager). But that assignment was brief, as Gentry accepted the head coaching position for the Los Angeles Clippers weeks after taking the San Antonio job. He led the Clippers to 31 wins and 39 wins respectively in his first two seasons as their head coach. Those seasons were marked by the solid play of young players, such as Darius Miles, Elton Brand and Lamar Odom. In Gentry's third season, however, the team regressed (despite the addition of Andre Miller), and Gentry was fired in March 2003, following a run of five consecutive defeats. His final record as Clippers head coach stood at 89–133.[2]

Phoenix Suns

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Gentry in 2009

Gentry later became an assistant coach for the Phoenix Suns for six years, serving under head coaches Mike D'Antoni and Terry Porter. When Porter was fired in his first season as head coach, Alvin Gentry took over on an interim basis.

Gentry was named Suns' head coach on a permanent basis for the 2009–10 season. Gentry's record in his first year as head coach during the 2009–2010 season was 54 wins, a career high, against 28 losses. In the postseason, the Suns finally overcame the San Antonio Spurs in a sweep, ending a streak of playoff eliminations at the hands of the Spurs. Gentry figured out how to blend the two styles of D'Antoni and Porter. Comparing his coaching to D'Antoni, Gentry said "We are not seven seconds or less. We're 12 seconds or under. We don't take a lot of really quick shots. We don't play with that breakneck pace. We play with a rhythm." Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich remarked "One thing about Phoenix is they are better defensively than in the past. They're much more active, much more committed, they've taken responsibility to a much more significant degree than ever before."[3][4] Gentry became the fifth head coach to lead the Suns to the Western Conference finals in his first full season.[5] In the Western Conference Finals, the Suns lost a six game series to the defending champions Lakers, featuring superstar Kobe Bryant and coached by Phil Jackson.

On January 18, 2013, Gentry mutually parted ways with the Phoenix Suns.[6]

Los Angeles Clippers (second stint)

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In July 2013, he returned to the Clippers organization, taking the title of associate head coach, making him Doc Rivers' lead assistant.[7]

Golden State Warriors

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After one season with the Clippers, Gentry was hired as associate head coach for the Golden State Warriors, working under new head coach Steve Kerr.[8]

New Orleans Pelicans

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On May 30, 2015, Gentry was named the head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans.[9][10] prior to the start of the 2015 NBA Finals, but was to remain with Golden State until the series was completed. The Warriors won the NBA Championship after they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games to give Gentry his first NBA championship.

On August 15, 2020, after a disappointing performance in the NBA Bubble following the resumption of the 2019–20 season, Gentry was fired as the Pelicans' coach. He was 175–225 in five seasons. Often plagued by injuries, New Orleans used 140 starting lineups in that span, 11 more than the next-closest team in the league. Gentry left the Pelicans with the second-most wins in franchise history behind Byron Scott and was their only coach with a winning post-season record (5–4).[11][12]

Sacramento Kings

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On October 6, 2020, Gentry was named the associate head coach of the Sacramento Kings.[13][14] On November 21, 2021, Gentry was named the interim head coach of the Kings following the dismissal of Luke Walton.[15] On April 11, 2022, he was fired by the Kings.[16]

Following his dismissal as head coach, Gentry was retained by the Sacramento Kings as the vice president of basketball engagement.[17]

Head coaching record

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Legend
Regular season G Games coached W Games won L Games lost W–L % Win–loss %
Playoffs PG Playoff games PW Playoff wins PL Playoff losses PW–L % Playoff win–loss %
Team Year G W L W–L% Finish PG PW PL PW–L% Result
Miami 1994–95 36 15 21 .417 4th in Atlantic — — — — Missed playoffs
Detroit 1997–98 37 16 21 .432 6th in Central — — — — Missed playoffs
Detroit 1998–99 50 29 21 .580 3rd in Central 5 2 3 .400 Lost in First round
Detroit 1999–00 58 28 30 .483 (fired) — — — — —
L.A. Clippers 2000–01 82 31 51 .378 6th in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
L.A. Clippers 2001–02 82 39 43 .476 5th in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
L.A. Clippers 2002–03 58 19 39 .328 (fired) — — — — —
Phoenix 2008–09 31 18 13 .581 2nd in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
Phoenix 2009–10 82 54 28 .659 2nd in Pacific 16 10 6 .625 Lost in Conference finals
Phoenix 2010–11 82 40 42 .488 2nd in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
Phoenix 2011–12 66 33 33 .500 3rd in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
Phoenix 2012–13 41 13 28 .317 (fired) — — — — —
New Orleans 2015–16 82 30 52 .366 5th in Southwest — — — — Missed playoffs
New Orleans 2016–17 82 34 48 .415 4th in Southwest — — — — Missed playoffs
New Orleans 2017–18 82 48 34 .585 2nd in Southwest 9 5 4 .556 Lost in Conference semifinals
New Orleans 2018–19 82 33 49 .402 4th in Southwest — — — — Missed playoffs
New Orleans 2019–20 72 30 42 .417 5th in Southwest — — — — Missed playoffs
Sacramento 2021–22 65 24 41 .369 5th in Pacific — — — — Missed playoffs
Career 1,170 534 636 .456 30 17 13 .567

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Alvin Harris Gentry (born November 5, 1954) is an American coach and executive who has spent over 35 years in professional and collegiate , most notably as a for five NBA teams and as an assistant contributing to an NBA championship. Born in , Gentry played college at , where he served as a from 1973 to 1977 and earned a in . After , he began his as an assistant at in 1977, later moving to the and the , where he helped secure the 1988 NCAA Division I men's championship under Larry Brown. Gentry entered the NBA in 1989 as an assistant coach with the , beginning a long tenure as both an assistant and across multiple franchises. His first ing role came as an interim with the in 1995, finishing the season with a 15-21 record. He then led the from 1998 to 2000 (73-72 record), the from 2000 to 2003 (89-133 record), the from 2008 to 2013—where he guided the team to the Western Conference Finals in his first full season—and the from 2015 to 2020 (175-225 record). As an assistant, Gentry's highlights include serving as associate head coach for the from 2014 to 2015, contributing to their 2015 NBA championship under , and a brief stint as associate head coach for the in 2013–14. In 2021–22, he acted as interim for the (24-41 record) before transitioning to a front-office role. Overall, Gentry holds a career head coaching record of 534–636 (.457 winning percentage) across 1,170 regular-season games, making him one of the league's most experienced figures known for his up-tempo offensive philosophies and player development. Since 2022, Gentry has served as the vice president of basketball engagement for the , focusing on player evaluations, team building, and leveraging his extensive network to support the organization's operations.

Early life and education

Childhood and family

Alvin Gentry was born on November 5, 1954, in . He was the fourth of six children born to G.H. Gentry, a textile mill worker, and Bulah Mae Gentry, who worked in a school cafeteria; his parents, described by Gentry as hardworking, were married for 63 years until his mother's death in 2005. The family maintained a close bond, with Gentry's older sister Lois, the eldest sibling, recalling him as their mother's favorite. Gentry's early interest in basketball was shaped by his family's emphasis on perseverance and the vibrant local community in Shelby, a region immersed in North Carolina's growing basketball culture during the 1960s and early 1970s. He frequently played pickup games with his first cousin, the acclaimed NC State and NBA star David Thompson, fostering a passion for the sport amid the state's rising prominence in (ACC) basketball. At Shelby High School, Gentry honed his initial athletic involvement through competitive in the early , earning recognition as a standout player in his hometown. This pre-college foundation in a supportive family environment and set the stage for his later pursuits in the sport.

College years

Alvin Gentry attended from 1973 to 1977, where he played for the Mountaineers as a while pursuing his degree. He earned a in with a concentration in , reflecting his early interest in sports and education. During his four-year varsity career, Gentry was a key contributor, starting in over 20 games each in his freshman, junior, and senior seasons, and accumulating a total of 489 points. He averaged 6.0 points per game overall, shooting at a .493 , and provided steady backcourt play for the team. Gentry's tenure coincided with a transitional period for the Mountaineers in the . Under head coach , the team struggled early, posting a 5-20 record in the 1973-74 season and a 3-23 mark in 1974-75, with Gentry appearing in games that highlighted the program's rebuilding efforts. The arrival of as coach in 1975 brought improvement; the 1975-76 squad finished 13-14 overall (6-6 in conference), and the 1976-77 team achieved a stronger 17-12 record (8-4 in conference, third place), including notable wins that showcased Gentry's role in facilitating the offense during his senior year. Though no individual standout games for Gentry are prominently documented, his consistent participation contributed to the team's gradual progress toward more competitive play.

Coaching career

Early coaching positions

After completing his playing career at , where he served as team captain during his senior year, Alvin Gentry transitioned into coaching as a at the for the 1977–78 season. In 1980, Gentry secured his first full-time assistant coaching role at under Jim Haller, where he helped guide the Bears during the 1980–81 season. Following his stint at Baylor, Gentry returned to the University of Colorado as an assistant coach from 1981 to 1986, working under Tom Apke and contributing to the program's development during that period. Gentry then joined the as an assistant coach from 1986 to 1989 under Larry Brown, playing a key role in the Jayhawks' success, including their 1988 NCAA National Championship victory.

NBA assistant roles (1980s–2000s)

Alvin Gentry entered the NBA as an assistant coach in 1989, joining the under head coach Larry Brown, where he spent one season contributing to the team's defensive-oriented system during Brown's early tenure in the league. In 1990, Gentry moved to the as an assistant under Mike Schuler for the 1990–91 season. He then joined the as an assistant from 1991 to 1995 under , playing a key role in developing the young roster that included players like and , as the team progressed from 36 wins in its inaugural 1988-89 season to reaching the playoffs in 1994. His work focused on offensive fundamentals, emphasizing efficient ball movement and transition play, which laid groundwork for his reputation in fast-paced schemes. In 1995, Gentry joined the as an assistant under Doug Collins, where he contributed to a dramatic turnaround; the team improved from 22 wins the prior season to 46 in 1995-96 and 54 in 1996-97, advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals the latter year through enhanced offensive strategies that incorporated quicker tempos and player spacing. Throughout these assistant roles in the and , Gentry honed his expertise in up-tempo offenses, influencing team philosophies that prioritized speed and scoring opportunities over deliberate half-court sets, a hallmark that defined his later coaching career.

Head coaching with Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons

Gentry's first opportunity as a head coach came as an interim with the during the . After the team started 17–29 under head coach , who was fired following the All-Star break, Gentry, then an assistant coach with the organization, was promoted to lead the Heat for the remaining 36 games. Under his guidance, the Heat compiled a 15–21 record, finishing the season at 32–50 and placing fourth in the Atlantic Division, out of the playoffs. Gentry's interim tenure emphasized an offensive-oriented approach, leveraging the scoring talents of players like , though the team struggled with consistency and defensive lapses. In February 1998, Gentry was hired as the full-time head coach of the Detroit Pistons, replacing Doug Collins midway through the 1997–98 season. He inherited a team featuring All-Star forward Grant Hill and immediately implemented a fast-paced, up-tempo style that aimed to maximize transition opportunities and player athleticism. Over his tenure from 1998 to 2000, Gentry led the Pistons to a 73–72 overall record across parts of three seasons. In the lockout-shortened 1998–99 campaign, the team went 29–21, securing third place in the Central Division and advancing to the playoffs, where they fell in the first round to the Atlanta Hawks. The following year, in 1999–00, the Pistons started 28–30 under Gentry before his firing on March 6, 2000; assistant George Irvine took over, and the team finished 42–40, missing the postseason. Gentry's system highlighted Hill's versatility as a playmaker and scorer, alongside contributions from Jerry Stackhouse, but persistent injuries and roster inconsistencies limited deeper success.

First stint with Los Angeles Clippers

Alvin Gentry was hired as head coach of the on August 10, 2000, succeeding , who had been fired in February of that year, and interim coach Jim Todd. His appointment came shortly after his own dismissal from the in March 2000, bringing experience in managing young rosters to a Clippers team in rebuild mode. Gentry signed a three-year contract, with the franchise hoping his upbeat style would accelerate the development of its promising but inconsistent talent. Over three seasons from 2000 to 2003, Gentry led the Clippers to a 89–133 record, marked by steady improvement in the first two years but no postseason appearances. In his debut 2000–01 campaign, the team posted a 31–51 mark, a 16-win jump from the prior season's 15–67 under Ford and Todd, driven by contributions from emerging stars like , who averaged 13.6 points and 7.0 rebounds, and , a who showed scoring potential off the bench. Gentry emphasized player development and an up-tempo offensive approach to suit the athleticism of Odom, Maggette, and centers like , aiming to create transition opportunities despite defensive lapses that plagued the squad. The 2001–02 season saw further progress at 39–43, with Odom maturing into an caliber facilitator at 16.5 points, 7.8 assists, and 7.0 rebounds per game, while Maggette earned Most Improved Player consideration after averaging 16.8 points. However, the 2002–03 season unraveled with a 19–39 start, leading to Gentry's firing on March 3, , amid mounting frustration over the team's inability to contend in the Pacific Division. Assistant took over, guiding the Clippers to an 8–16 finish and a 27–55 overall record, but the move highlighted ongoing franchise struggles, including injuries, inconsistent execution, and a history of underachievement that dated back years. Gentry's tenure, while fostering individual growth among key players like Odom and Maggette—who later became cornerstones elsewhere—ultimately fell short of elevating the perpetually rebuilding Clippers to playoff contention.

Phoenix Suns head coach

Alvin Gentry, who had previously served as an assistant coach for the from 2004 to 2009, was elevated to interim on February 16, 2009, following the midseason dismissal of . Gentry's appointment came at a time when the Suns were struggling with a 28-23 record under Porter, and he was tasked with revitalizing the team around star , whose playmaking and scoring ability anchored the offense. Gentry was named the permanent later that season, guiding the Suns to an 18-13 finish in his 31 games, though the team missed the playoffs on a . Over the subsequent three full seasons from 2009–10 to 2011–12, Gentry compiled a 127–103 regular-season record with the Suns, leading to two playoff appearances. In the 2009–10 season, the Suns achieved a franchise-best 54 wins under Gentry, surging to the Western Conference Finals before falling to the in six games. The following year, in 2010–11, Phoenix finished 40–42 and earned the eighth seed in the West, advancing past the in six games but losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the first round. Gentry's teams emphasized an up-tempo, transition-heavy style reminiscent of the "Seven Seconds or Less" offense popularized during his assistant tenure under , prioritizing fast breaks and high-volume shooting to maximize Nash's vision and the team's athleticism. For his success in March 2010, when the Suns went 11-3 and ranked first in the West, Gentry earned NBA Western Conference Coach of the Month honors; he also received the award for November 2009 after a 12-2 start. The 2011–12 season, shortened to 66 games due to an , saw the Suns finish 33–33 and miss the for the first time under , hampered by injuries to key players including . Despite the postseason drought, Gentry's overall impact included fostering a potent offense that ranked among the league's best in scoring during his earlier years. Gentry was fired on January 18, 2013, after a 13–28 start to the 2012–13 season, ending his Suns head coaching tenure with a cumulative 158–144 regular-season mark.

Golden State Warriors and second Clippers stint

Following his dismissal as head coach of the Phoenix Suns on January 18, 2013, after a 13–28 start to the 2012–13 season, Alvin Gentry joined the as associate head coach for the 2013–14 season under . In this role, Gentry focused primarily on offensive adjustments, helping integrate a high-tempo system suited to the Clippers' athletic roster featuring , , and , which elevated the team to one of the league's top offensive units with an of 110.5 points per 100 possessions. The Clippers finished the regular season 57–25, third in the Western Conference, though they were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the . Gentry's tenure with the Clippers lasted one season, after which he transitioned to the as associate for the 2014–15 season under new . Drawing from his experience with up-tempo offenses during his time as an assistant and with the Suns, Gentry served as the primary , implementing a motion-based system that emphasized pace, ball movement, and three-point shooting. This contributed to the Warriors ranking first in (110.3) and overall record (67–15), marking the franchise's best regular season since 1969–70. Under Gentry's guidance on offense, the Warriors advanced through the playoffs, defeating the in the Western Conference Finals and the in the to secure the franchise's first championship in 40 years. His adjustments helped optimize the talents of and in a "small-ball" lineup that prioritized spacing and transition play, while the team's defensive efficiency (ranked first at 98.7 points allowed per 100 possessions) complemented these efforts for a balanced attack. Gentry departed after the championship to become head coach of the .

New Orleans Pelicans head coach

Alvin Gentry was hired as head coach of the on May 30, 2015, following his role as associate head coach with the , with the aim of installing an up-tempo offensive system to maximize the potential of star forward . The Pelicans sought Gentry's expertise in pace-and-space schemes, influenced by his time under in Golden State, to accelerate the team's transition game and create more opportunities for Davis in the open floor. In February 2017, the franchise acquired center via trade from the , forming a potent frontcourt duo with Davis that Gentry aimed to integrate into his fluid, ball-movement-heavy offense. Over five seasons from 2015-16 to 2019-20, Gentry compiled a regular-season record of 175 wins and 225 losses, a .438 winning percentage, hampered by persistent injuries to key players including Davis and Cousins. The Pelicans made just one playoff appearance under Gentry, in the 2017-18 season when they finished 48-34 and second in the Southwest Division, defeating the 4-0 in the first round before losing 4-1 to the in the Western Conference semifinals. Gentry emphasized a characterized by rapid transitions, multiple ball handlers, and spacing to exploit mismatches, which peaked in 2017-18 as the team ranked among the league's fastest-paced units and advanced further than in any prior postseason. Gentry's tenure concluded on August 15, 2020, when the Pelicans mutually parted ways after a 30-42 finish in the pandemic-shortened 2019-20 season, exacerbated by a 2-6 record in the NBA's Orlando bubble seeding games. The decision came amid broader organizational shifts following the disruptions, which limited the team's ability to build momentum with emerging talents like .

Sacramento Kings roles

Alvin Gentry served as associate head coach for the starting in October 2020 under head coach , where he contributed to player development and offensive planning. On November 21, 2021, following Walton's dismissal after a 6-11 start to the season, Gentry was elevated to interim . He led the team for the remaining 65 games of the 2021-22 season, compiling a 24-41 record as the Kings finished 30-52 overall and missed the playoffs for the 16th consecutive year. During his interim stint, Gentry prioritized an up-tempo offensive style and player empowerment, which helped young guards like emerge as key contributors; Haliburton averaged 15.6 points and 7.4 assists per game under Gentry, showcasing improved on-ball creation and efficiency. Gentry's approach emphasized building confidence among players and fostering a positive team culture, drawing on his decades of NBA experience to mentor the roster through a challenging season. In April 2022, the Kings relieved Gentry of his interim head coaching duties to pursue a full coaching search, but retained him within the organization. He transitioned to the front office in May 2022 as of engagement, a role focused on , player evaluations, and strategic advisory support for the coaching staff and management. In this capacity, Gentry has continued to influence the Kings' offensive strategies by providing insights on personnel development and game planning, leveraging his expertise to enhance overall team culture and performance. As of November 2025, Gentry remains in his position with , contributing to the franchise's long-term vision amid ongoing coaching transitions following Mike Brown's dismissal in December 2024.

Career achievements and records

Head coaching statistics

Alvin Gentry compiled a regular season record of 534 wins and 636 losses over 1,170 games as an NBA , achieving a .456 across his tenures with six teams. His playoff record is 17 wins and 13 losses in 30 games (.567 ), highlighted by appearances in the 1999 first round with the , the 2010 Western Conference Finals with the , and the 2018 conference semifinals with the . The following table summarizes Gentry's regular season records by team:
TeamYearsGamesWinsLossesWin %
Miami Heat (interim)1994–95361521.417
Detroit Pistons1997–20001457372.503
Los Angeles Clippers2000–0322289133.401
Phoenix Suns2008–13302158144.523
New Orleans Pelicans2015–20400175225.438
Sacramento Kings (interim)2021–22652441.369
NBA career regular season1,170534636.456
Gentry's detailed seasonal records, including , are presented below. Note that partial seasons reflect interim roles or shortened schedules, such as the 2019–20 season impacted by COVID-19.
SeasonTeamRegular Season
1994–9515–21—
1997–9816–21—
1998–9929–212–3 (lost First Round to )
1999–0028–30—
2000–01L.A. Clippers31–51—
2001–02L.A. Clippers39–43—
2002–03L.A. Clippers19–39—
2008–09 (interim)18–13—
2009–1054–2810–6 (won First Round vs. 4–2; won Conf. Semis vs. 4–0; lost Conf. Finals to 2–4)
2010–1140–42—
2011–1233–33—
2012–1313–28—
2015–1630–52—
2016–1734–48—
2017–1848–345–4 (won First Round vs. 4–0; lost Conf. Semis to 1–4)
2018–1933–49—
2019–2030–42—
2021–22 (interim)24–41—

Awards and honors

Alvin Gentry earned two NBA Western Conference Coach of the Month honors during his tenure as head coach of the Phoenix Suns. He received the award for October/November 2009 after guiding the Suns to a 10-3 record during that period, marking his first such recognition in the league. Gentry won the award again for March 2010, leading Phoenix to a league-best 12-2 mark in the Western Conference that month, becoming the first coach to earn multiple Coach of the Month honors in a single season up to that point. As an assistant coach, Gentry contributed to one NBA championship with the in the 2014–15 season, serving as associate head coach under and helping the team defeat the in the . Earlier in his career, he was part of the coaching staff for the ' 1988 NCAA championship as an assistant under Larry Brown. Gentry reached a significant career milestone on January 31, 2020, securing his 500th NBA head coaching victory as the Pelicans defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 139–111, making him the 33rd coach in league history to achieve the mark. In 2016, he was inducted into the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Alumni Hall of Fame, recognizing his lifelong contributions to youth development through basketball, as the first alumnus from the Boys & Girls Club of Cleveland County to receive the honor.

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