Roy Rogers reported set to coach Liverpool Basketball

Liverpool opens its inaugural SLB season on Sept. 20.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 11 min read

I’m told that longtime NBA assistant coach Roy Rogers, who also played in the league for the Grizzlies, Celtics, Raptors Via @TheSteinLine on X

What happened: The longtime NBA assistant is expected to be introduced soon as head coach of the new English club. Rogers previously played for the Grizzlies, Celtics, Raptors and Nuggets.

Why it matters: The reported hire gives Liverpool a coach ahead of its first Super League Basketball season. The expansion club joins a 10-team competition for 2026-27.

By the numbers: Liverpool is scheduled to play 36 regular-season games, facing each SLB opponent four times. Its first game is set for Sept. 20 at Caledonia Gladiators.

What to watch: Liverpool's formal coaching introduction is expected soon. The club begins league play later this month.

Sources

@TheSteinLine 2026-09-01T17:16:39.883100+00:00

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