J.B. Bickerstaff has been named Coach of the Year by the National Basketball Coaches Association for the 2025-26 season after leading the Detroit Pistons to a remarkable 60-22 record and the No. 1 seed in the East, despite Cade Cunningham’s absence due to injury. Bickerstaff expressed gratitude for the support from his family and mentors throughout his career. This award, distinct from the NBA’s official Coach of the Year, is often indicative of future recognition in the league. Notably, seven of the last nine recipients have won both honors.
