Lloyd Daniel Pierce (born May 11, 1976) is an American basketball coach who serves as the lead assistant coach for the Indiana Pacers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has previously coached for the Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, and Atlanta Hawks. In addition to coaching, he has also played internationally.
Coaching career
Cleveland Cavaliers
Pierce served as the coordinator for player development for the Cavs from 2007 to 2010.
Memphis Grizzlies
Pierce began coaching the Grizzlies in 2011 and worked under head coach Lionel Hollins. He was also part of the player development staff.
Philadelphia 76ers
Pierce joined the 76ers just before the 2013–14 season. He would be involved with The Process throughout the next few seasons.
Atlanta Hawks
On May 11, 2018, Pierce was hired by the Atlanta Hawks as head coach. The Hawks fired Pierce on March 1, 2021, after the team's 14–20 start to the season.
Indiana Pacers
Following his departure from Atlanta, Pierce was hired as the lead assistant coach for the Indiana Pacers.
Personal life
Pierce graduated from Santa Clara University with a degree in business management. On August 14, 2015 Lloyd Pierce married his longtime girlfriend Melissa Ghoston.