The Nigeria Basketball Federation, NBBF, has announced the appointment of David Fizdale as new head coach of D’Tigers.
Fizdale’s appointment comes on recommendation of NBBF technical committee.
The American has coached in the National Basketball Assocation (NBA) all his life.
The 51-year-old started his coaching career with the San Diego in 1998.
The former point guard last worked as assistant coach at Phoenix Suns.
Fizdale, who is expected to contribute meaningfully to coaches education, player development pathways, and broader technical growth within the Nigerian basketball ecosystem left his role with the Phoenix Suns last year.