"Lindsey Harding Makes History as First Woman to Win NBA G League Coach of the Year"


History was made in the NBA G League as Lindsey Harding of the Stockton Kings was named coach of the year, becoming the first woman to earn the prestigious honor. Under Harding's leadership, the Kings dominated the regular season with a league-best 24-10 record, clinching the top seed in the Western Conference and a first-round bye in the upcoming playoffs. This achievement is a testament to Harding's coaching prowess and strategic acumen, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the world of basketball.

A standout player at Duke University and the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 WNBA draft, Harding transitioned seamlessly from a successful playing career to coaching, starting as a player development coach for the Philadelphia 76ers before joining the Sacramento Kings' coaching staff in various roles. Her groundbreaking appointment as the head coach of the Stockton Kings further cements her legacy as a pioneer in the sport. As she prepares to receive the Dennis Johnson Trophy, named after the late Hall of Famer and G League coach, Lindsey Harding's journey to the top serves as an inspiration for aspiring coaches, particularly women and minorities in the basketball community.