Career Timeline of Quin Snyder: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 16, 2025

Discover the career path of Quin Snyder, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Quin Snyder is an American professional basketball coach currently leading the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. A former McDonald's All-American and Duke Blue Devils player, Snyder is best known for his eight-season tenure as head coach of the Utah Jazz. He is highly regarded for his strategic approach to both offense and defense, and his dedication to fostering player growth and improvement. Snyder's coaching style emphasizes tactical acumen and a commitment to developing individual player skills.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1985: Joins Duke University

In 1985, Quin Snyder began playing point guard for the Duke Blue Devils.

1987: Became a Starter

In 1987, Quin Snyder became a starter for Duke University in his second season, starting almost all games for the remainder of his career.

1992: Assistant Coach for Los Angeles Clippers

During the 1992-93 NBA season, Quin Snyder worked as an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Clippers.

1993: Administrative Assistant at Duke

In 1993, Quin Snyder became an administrative assistant to men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski at Duke, while completing his MBA and JD.

1995: Full-Time Assistant Coach at Duke

In 1995, Quin Snyder became a full-time assistant coach under Mike Krzyzewski at Duke, after completing his MBA and JD.

1995: First Game Against Archrival

In 1995, Quin Snyder's first team at Missouri knocked off a ranked Illinois team and then defeated Kansas in Snyder's first game against Mizzou's archrival.

1997: Promoted to Associate Head Coach at Duke

In 1997, Quin Snyder was promoted to associate head coach at Duke.

1999: Head Coach for University of Missouri

In 1999, Quin Snyder accepted the head coaching position for the University of Missouri Tigers men's basketball team.

2001: Season Ended in NCAA Tournament

In 2001, the eventual NCAA National Champion Duke ended the Missouri Tigers' season in the NCAA Tournament. Quin Snyder was named Rookie Coach of the Year by the Basketball Times after the season.

2002: Elite Eight Appearance

In 2002, Quin Snyder led the Missouri Tigers to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament, matching the deepest run ever made by the team.

2003: Assistant Coach at Pan American Games

In 2003, Quin Snyder was an assistant coach for the United States at the Pan American Games.

February 10, 2006: Resignation from Missouri

On February 10, 2006, Quin Snyder resigned as coach of Missouri following a 26-point loss to Baylor. Snyder finished with a 126–91 record over seven years.

2006: Gave Up on Coaching

In 2006, Quin Snyder initially gave up on coaching for good following his departure from Missouri.

May 2007: Head Coach of Austin Toros

In May 2007, Quin Snyder accepted the head coaching position of the Austin Toros in the NBADL.

2009: D-League All-Star Game

In 2009, Quin Snyder coached in the NBA D-League All-Star Game in Phoenix; received the Dennis Johnson Coach of the Year award; and reached the D-League Semi-Finals.

June 11, 2010: Player Development Coach for 76ers

On June 11, 2010, Quin Snyder became a player development coach for the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA.

July 1, 2011: Assistant Coach for Los Angeles Lakers

On July 1, 2011, the Los Angeles Lakers hired Quin Snyder as an assistant under coach Mike Brown.

July 8, 2012: Head Assistant Coach for CSKA Moscow

On July 8, 2012, Quin Snyder was hired by the European powerhouse team CSKA Moscow of the Russian Professional Basketball League as the head assistant coach.

June 10, 2013: Head Assistant Coach for Atlanta Hawks

On June 10, 2013, Quin Snyder was hired as the head assistant coach for the Atlanta Hawks.

June 6, 2014: Head Coach for Utah Jazz

On June 6, 2014, Quin Snyder was hired by the Utah Jazz to be the team's head coach.

May 6, 2016: Contract Extension with Utah Jazz

On May 6, 2016, the Utah Jazz announced a long-term contract extension for Quin Snyder.

October 19, 2019: New Contract Extension with the Jazz

On October 19, 2019, the Utah Jazz signed Quin Snyder to a new contract extension.

February 18, 2021: Western Conference Head Coach for NBA All-Star Game

On February 18, 2021, Quin Snyder was named as the Western Conference head coach for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game due to the Utah Jazz's NBA-best 23-5 record.