Brad Jones Is the Seventh Blue Coats GM in 14 Years, and the Sixers Are Banking on His Experience

The Philadelphia 76ers just made a big move for their G League affiliate, the Delaware Blue Coats, officially announcing the hire of Brad Jones as the new general manager. This went down on Tuesday, October 14, 2026, as the Sixers prep for the upcoming 2026-27 season, making sure their development pipeline is absolutely dialed in.

A New Voice for the Blue Coats

Jones is stepping into a role with some history, becoming the seventh executive to lead Delaware’s basketball operations in the program’s 14-year run. The Blue Coats have always been about development, turning two-way players into standard deals, and now Jones is tasked with keeping that going, pushing it even further. Sixers President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey made it clear they’re hyped about the hire. He said, “Brad possesses a tremendous knowledge of the game and has natural leadership capabilities and a wealth of experience that will position him well as the next Blue Coats general manager.” Gansey added that Jones is “a great addition to our organization and well respected throughout the league. We’re happy to have him on our side.” That’s high praise, and you know the Sixers aren’t just throwing words around.

Bringing Elite Experience to Delaware

So, what makes Jones the guy? His resume is no joke. We’re talking serious experience with USA Basketball, plus eight seasons grinding it out with the Orlando Magic. That kind of background means he’s seen a lot, learned a ton, and now he’s bringing that wealth of knowledge straight to the Blue Coats. He’s not just there to fill a spot; he’s looking to make a real impact on the Sixers organization as a whole, driving that player development that’s so crucial.

The 2026-27 season is right around the corner for both the Sixers and the Blue Coats. All eyes are on Jones now to see how he shapes the Blue Coats program and what kind of talent he helps develop for the big club. It’s a big hire, and the stakes are real as they look to build out the future of the organization.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.