Career Timeline of Bobby Hurley: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bobby Hurley made an impact.

Robert "Bobby" Hurley is an American college basketball coach, currently leading the Arizona State Sun Devils. Prior to ASU, he served as the head coach at the University at Buffalo. Hurley also had a professional playing career. His coaching career highlights include leading Buffalo to NCAA tournament appearances.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1989: Joins Duke University

In 1989, Bobby Hurley became a point guard for the Duke University team under coach Mike Krzyzewski.

1993: NBA Career Begins

In 1993, Bobby Hurley started his National Basketball Association (NBA) career with the Sacramento Kings.

1993: Drafted by the Sacramento Kings

In 1993, Bobby Hurley was selected as the seventh pick in the NBA draft by the Sacramento Kings. He also signed a shoe contract with ITZ (In The Zone), exclusively sold at Foot Locker.

1994: Returns to the NBA

Bobby Hurley returned to the NBA for the 1994–95 season after recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident.

February 18, 1998: Traded to the Vancouver Grizzlies

On February 18, 1998, Bobby Hurley was traded to the Vancouver Grizzlies.

January 25, 1999: Waived by the Grizzlies

On January 25, 1999, Bobby Hurley was waived by the Vancouver Grizzlies.

1999: End of NBA Career

In 1999, Bobby Hurley's career in the National Basketball Association (NBA) came to an end with the Vancouver Grizzlies.

2003: Hired as a Scout

In 2003, Bobby Hurley was hired by the Philadelphia 76ers as a scout.

April 6, 2010: Dan Hurley Hired as Head Coach

On April 6, 2010, Dan Hurley, Bobby Hurley's brother, was hired as the head coach at Wagner College.

April 13, 2010: Joins Wagner College as Assistant Coach

On April 13, 2010, Bobby Hurley was hired as an assistant coach for the men's basketball team at Wagner College, joining his brother Dan Hurley's coaching staff.

2012: Takes Coaching Position at Rhode Island

In 2012, Bobby Hurley and his brother Dan Hurley both accepted coaching positions at Rhode Island.

March 26, 2013: Named Head Coach at University at Buffalo

On March 26, 2013, Bobby Hurley was named the head coach of the University at Buffalo Bulls, replacing Reggie Witherspoon.

2014: Coached Buffalo Bulls to NCAA Tournament

In 2014, Bobby Hurley coached the Buffalo Bulls to their first NCAA tournament appearance.

April 9, 2015: Hired as Head Coach at Arizona State

On April 9, 2015, Bobby Hurley was hired as the head coach at Arizona State.

2016: Improvements in Arizona State Roster

In the 2016–2017 season, Arizona State's roster improved with transfers and recruits.

2017: Improvements in Arizona State Roster

In the 2016–2017 season, Arizona State's roster improved with transfers and recruits.

2017: Arizona State's Undefeated Start

In the 2017-2018 season, Bobby Hurley led Arizona State to a 12-0 start and sweep of their non-conference schedule.

December 22, 2018: Home Win Against #1 Ranked Team

On December 22, 2018, Bobby Hurley led the Arizona State Sun Devils to their first home win ever against a #1 NCAA ranked team, defeating the Kansas Jayhawks.