DePaul men's basketball head coach Chris Holtmann has added former head coach Lavall Jordan to the coaching staff, where Jordan will serve as the program's General Manager and assistant coach.

By the Numbers
  • Jordan led Butler to two 20-win seasons and two postseason appearances during his tenure as head coach from 2017-22.
  • In 2019-20, Jordan guided the Bulldogs to a 22-9 record and a top-25 ranking, reaching as high as No. 5 in the national polls.
  • He also served as the head coach at Milwaukee, leading the Panthers to the Horizon League Tournament Championship Game as a No. 10 seed.
  • Before becoming a head coach, Jordan spent six seasons as an assistant at Michigan under John Beilein, contributing to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, including a Final Four and national title game.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities found.

State of Play
  • Lavall Jordan's addition to the coaching staff brings experience in developing guards for the NBA and a focus on player development.
  • His role as General Manager will impact roster construction and involvement in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) space.
What's Next

Lavall Jordan's expertise in player development and experience in college basketball coaching are expected to enhance DePaul's program development and performance on the court.

Bottom Line

Adding Lavall Jordan to the coaching staff brings a wealth of experience and skills that will contribute significantly to DePaul's men's basketball program, particularly in player development and roster construction, setting a strong foundation for future success.