There is some uncertainty over whether the Los Angeles Lakers had always targeted Dan Hurley to be their head coach, or if it was a new development after his extension talks with UConn stalled and how serious he ever was about leaving for the NBA. Before the start of the Hurley talks, the Lakers were reportedly close to settling on JJ Redick for the job. "It had been apparent … [Read more...] about NBA Insiders Call Lakers’ Offer To Dan Hurley ‘Hail Mary’, Question Whether He Had ‘Genuine Interest’
Lakers Hope To Hire Coach By Draft, Formal Interview With J.J. Redick Could Be Scheduled
The Los Angeles Lakers hope to hire their next head coach by the draft beginning on June 26th, sources tell ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. James Borrego, who has interviewed twice for the job, remains one of the candidates for the Lakers. The Lakers could also conduct their first formal interview with J.J. Redick. … [Read more...] about Lakers Hope To Hire Coach By Draft, Formal Interview With J.J. Redick Could Be Scheduled
Lakers Believe Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Max Christie Could Improve Under Dan Hurley
The Los Angeles Lakers believe that their young core of Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and Max Christie could improve under Dan Hurley, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Lakers also have the No. 21 pick in the upcoming draft. Part of the thinking behind hiring Hurley is evolving nature of building a roster with the limitations of the second apron. Hurley is scheduled … [Read more...] about Lakers Believe Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Max Christie Could Improve Under Dan Hurley
Lakers To Make Sure Anthony Davis Aligned With Next Head Coach
The Los Angeles Lakers have made Anthony Davis a significant part of the franchise's head coaching search, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Lakers will make sure that Davis is aligned with how the next head coach will use him both on the offensive and defensive side. It was rumored that Davis prefers James Borrego over J.J. Redick. Dan Hurley is scheduled to meet … [Read more...] about Lakers To Make Sure Anthony Davis Aligned With Next Head Coach
Dan Hurley To Lakers ‘Not A Done Deal’ As UConn Could Improve Contract Offer
Dan Hurley will meet with the Los Angeles Lakers this weekend to discuss their head coaching job, but the two sides still have work to do on building a relationship. "I just think it's important for the Lakers to try to close this weekend," said Brian Windhorst on Get Up of the meeting previously reported by Adrian Wojnarowski. "I know that this has momentum as Woj talked … [Read more...] about Dan Hurley To Lakers ‘Not A Done Deal’ As UConn Could Improve Contract Offer