Report: Raptors expected to add Trevor Gleeson to coaching staff

July 12, 2021 - 6:08pm

Trevor Gleeson during his time with Perth. (David Zalubowski/AP)

Trevor Gleeson is expected to join the Toronto Raptors‘ coaching staff, according to Marc Stein of the New York Times.

Trevor Gleeson is expected to soon join Nick Nurse's coaching staff in Toronto after announcing his departure from the Perth Wildcats of the @NBL, league sources say. Gleeson led Perth to five Australian club championships.

— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) July 12, 2021

Gleeson recently announcing his departure as head coach the Perth Wildcats in the National Basketball League.

The 53-year-old led Perth to five Australian club championships since joining the club in 2013. During his tenure, Gleeson’s Wildcats never missed the playoffs. He was also named the 2021 NBL Coach of the Year.