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's career transitioned from being a professional player to coaching at the collegiate level.
1989: Joins Duke University
In 1989, Bobby Hurley started playing point guard for the Duke University basketball team under coach Mike Krzyzewski.
1993: NBA Career Begins
In 1993, Bobby Hurley started his National Basketball Association (NBA) career, playing for the Sacramento Kings.
1993: Drafted by Sacramento Kings
In 1993, Bobby Hurley was selected by the Sacramento Kings as the seventh pick in the NBA draft.
1994: Returns to NBA
In 1994, Bobby Hurley returned to the NBA after recovering from a car accident.
February 18, 1998: Traded to Vancouver Grizzlies
On February 18, 1998, Bobby Hurley was traded to the Vancouver Grizzlies.
January 25, 1999: Waived by Vancouver Grizzlies
On January 25, 1999, Bobby Hurley was waived by the Vancouver Grizzlies.
1999: End of NBA Career
In 1999, Bobby Hurley's National Basketball Association (NBA) career concluded after also playing for the Vancouver Grizzlies.
2003: Hired as Philadelphia 76ers Scout
In 2003, Bobby Hurley was hired as a scout by the Philadelphia 76ers.
April 6, 2010: Brother Hired as Head Coach
On April 6, 2010, Dan Hurley was hired as Wagner's head coach.
April 13, 2010: Hired as Wagner College Assistant Coach
On April 13, 2010, Bobby Hurley was hired as an assistant coach for the Wagner College men's basketball team, joining his brother Dan Hurley's coaching staff.
2012: Takes Coaching Position at Rhode Island
In 2012, Bobby Hurley and his brother Dan Hurley took coaching positions at Rhode Island.
March 26, 2013: Named Head Coach of University of Buffalo
On March 26, 2013, Bobby Hurley was named the head coach of the University of Buffalo (Buffalo Bulls).
2014: Coaches Buffalo Bulls to NCAA Tournament
In 2014, Bobby Hurley coached the Buffalo Bulls team 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 head coach at Arizona State.
2016: Roster Improvements
In the 2016-2017 season, ASU improved its roster with transfers and a few recruits.
2017: Roster Improvements
In the 2016-2017 season, ASU improved its roster with transfers and a few recruits.
2017: Leads Arizona State to Undefeated Start
In the 2017-2018 season, Bobby Hurley led Arizona State to their first 12-0 start and swept their non-conference schedule.
2018: Leads Arizona State to Undefeated Start
In the 2017-2018 season, Bobby Hurley led Arizona State to their first 12-0 start and swept their non-conference schedule.
2021: Contract Extended Through 2021
In 2015 following a 15-17 first season at Arizona State, Bobby Hurley's contract was extended through 2021.
