Sam Dekker Returns to College Basketball as Assistant Coach at South Carolina
After a career spanning the NBA and Spain, Sam Dekker has transitioned to coaching, joining the South Carolina staff and preparing for a Hall of Fame honor.
Jun 2, 2026
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Sam Dekker Inducted into UW Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Former Badgers forward Sam Dekker will be celebrated this year as part of the University of Wisconsin's 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame class, a testament to his on‑court excellence and lasting impact on the program.
May 30, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins UW Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Sam Dekker's induction into the UW Athletic Hall of Fame celebrates a career that reshaped Wisconsin basketball.
May 30, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers’ Defense Falters in 2025-26 Season, Prompting Overhaul
Despite a potent offense that placed the Badgers 10th nationally, Wisconsin's defense slipped to 56th in adjusted efficiency, the worst mark since 2017‑18, sparking a focus on retention and offseason upgrades.
May 29, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Player Development Assistant
Sam Dekker's hiring underscores South Carolina's focus on rebuilding momentum through seasoned expertise and player-centric coaching.
May 16, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Assistant Coach
After a distinguished playing career, Sam Dekker transitions to coaching, aligning with Lamont Paris to shape the next generation of Gamecocks talent.
May 16, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Assistant Coach
Sam Dekker, a former NBA draft pick and two‑time Final Four participant, has been announced as an assistant coach for the University of South Carolina men's basketball team, bringing a blend of playing pedigree, international exposure and family coaching roots.
May 15, 2026
Sam Dekker Returns to College Basketball as South Carolina Assistant Coach
South Carolina head coach Lamont Paris announced the hiring of former player Sam Dekker, a Wisconsin alumnus, as an assistant coach, highlighting his extensive playing background and potential impact on player development.
May 15, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Assistant Coach
Sam Dekker, a former NBA player and University of Wisconsin standout, has been hired as an assistant coach at the University of South Carolina, where he will work under head coach Lamont Paris and focus on player development.
May 15, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Assistant Coach
Sam Dekker, a former Wisconsin Badgers standout and 11‑year NBA veteran, has been appointed assistant coach on Lamont Paris’s staff at the University of South Carolina, bringing a global perspective and proven player‑development expertise.
May 15, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins Lamont Paris’ Coaching Staff at South Carolina
Veteran swingman Sam Dekker has been appointed assistant coach under head coach Lamont Paris, bringing a decade‑plus professional career and a championship pedigree to the University of South Carolina program.
May 15, 2026
Sam Dekker Joins South Carolina Staff as Assistant Coach
Sam Dekker, a veteran of 11 professional seasons spanning the NBA and overseas leagues, has been appointed assistant coach under head coach Lamont Paris at the University of South Carolina, where he will focus on player development.
May 15, 2026