Former NBA star and head coach Byron Scott has joined ESPN as an NBA studio analyst and will start his new role in January. Scott previously served as an ESPN analyst during the 2003-04 season. 

“Byron has excelled in every professional endeavor and we know his success will carry over to his on-air role,” said Norby Williamson, ESPN executive vice president, production.  “We welcome him back. His experience and passion for the game will resonate with our fans.” 

“I look forward to being able to contribute my insights and perspective on the game I love,” said Scott.  “ESPN has an abundance of terrific talent and I’m glad to be back in broadcasting with the premier sports network.” 

Scott most recently served as head coach of the New Orleans Hornets (2005-09), and won NBA Coach of the Year in 2008.  He was head coach of the New Jersey Nets (2000-04) and, in 2001-02, led them to a franchise record 52 wins and The Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. Scott led the Nets back to The Finals the following season (2002-03) against the San Antonio Spurs.  

Scott was a key player for the Lakers during the “Showtime” era, playing alongside Magic Johnson, James Worthy, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He played for the Lakers for 10 consecutive seasons (1983–1993). During that time he won three NBA championships (1985, 1987 and 1988).

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