The Jazz have announced that coach Jerry Sloan has signed a contract extension through the 2010-11 season.

It will mark Sloan's 23rd season with Utah. He is the longest tenured coach in American professional sports.

"I'm happy with the fact they still want to have me here. ..." Sloan said. "Our ownership has always been very supportive. That's something I've always appreciated."

Heading into Friday night's game Sloan has a record of 1,147-758.

"The consistency of the Jazz under coach Sloan's direction is unparalleled in the NBA," said general manager Kevin O'Connor. "We are certainly excited that he will continue to guide the team moving forward."