Rob Murphy is an influential figure in basketball coaching and sports management, previously serving as the Assistant General Manager for the Detroit Pistons. With a significant background in coaching, he has held various positions, including President & General Manager of the Motor City Cruise (The Detroit Pistons G-League Club) and Head Coach at Eastern Michigan University (EMU).

During his 10 year tenure at EMU, Murphy was recognized for his leadership and success, notably receiving the 2012 MAC Coach of the Year award and achieving a high graduation rate among his players. Rob departed EMU as the 2nd winningest coach in the programs history. Before his roles in the NBA and at EMU, Rob gained vast experience as an assistant coach at Syracuse University under Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim, contributing to some of the program’s most successful seasons. Rob’s coaching career also includes time at Kent State University and in Detroit Public Schools, Central HS and Crockett HS respectively, where he began shaping young athletes’ careers.

Beyond the court, Murphy is deeply committed to community service through the Rob Murphy Foundation, established in 2014. The foundation focuses on empowering youth in underserved areas by providing educational and recreational opportunities. Murphy’s personal story and professional journey are captured in his autobiography, “DEEP,” which recounts his experiences from a challenging upbringing in Detroit to his achievements in basketball at every level of the sport.