“Chris is a great fit with our coaching staff,” Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer said in a statement. “Player development is at the core of our basketball program and he has a track record of improving players’ skill level and understanding of the game at every level. His experiences as a coach and former player will add to our group.”

Jent played collegiately at Ohio State. He went on to a playing career overseas and with several CBA teams. Jent made it to the NBA in 1994 and played three regular-season games with the Knicks and Rockets. He played 11 postseason games with the Rockets en route to the NBA championship, giving him the rare distinction of having played more postseason than regular-season games.