Frank Layden, former coach of the Utah Jazz, has died at the age of 93. He coached the Jazz from 1981 to 1989 and led the team to its first playoff appearance. Layden is the only coach in franchise history to receive the NBA coach of the year award, and he had 277 wins, third-most in Jazz history. He also held positions as team president and general manager, contributing to the selection of Hall of Famers like John Stockton and Karl Malone. His influential presence is recognized as pivotal to the team's legacy.
Frank Layden made a lasting impact on the Jazz, the state of Utah, and the NBA. There will never be another like him. Rest easy, Coach.
It's hard to imagine the story of the Utah Jazz without the presence of Frank Layden. His love of the sport was felt around the NBA.
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