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Horst, 38, is entering his 14th season with the Bucks. He served
as the director of basketball operations from 2008 until his
promotion to his current role in 2017.
Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The 2019 NBA Executive of the Year had one year remaining on his
contract. Over the past three seasons, the Bucks have compiled
the NBA's best regular season record (162-65) and the most
playoff wins (31) while bringing home the franchise's first
championship in 50 years.
"Jon's preparedness, decision-making and leadership have been
instrumental in the Bucks' success during his tenure, and he has
earned this extension," Bucks owners Marc Lasry, Wes Edens and
Jamie Dinan said in a team-issued release. "We appreciate Jon's
hard work and creativity and are excited that he will continue
to lead our basketball operations for years to come."
Horst's tenure includes hiring two-time NBA Coach of the Year
Mike Budenholzer, trading for point guard Jrue Holiday and
signing free agent center Brook Lopez.
"I am blessed and excited to continue with the Bucks," Horst
said in a statement. "Thank you to Marc, Wes and Jamie for your
continued confidence and trust in me and for giving us the
resources to be successful. We have the best ownership in
sports, and I'm humbled to work with you."
The Bucks begin their title defense at home Tuesday against the
Brooklyn Nets.
--Field Level Media
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