After firing head coach Mike Woodson, the Knicks lost out on their top choice Steve Kerr to the Golden State Warriors. Mike D’Antoni resigned as the Lakers head coach but they haven’t really begun their search for a replacement yet. There’s one name however that’s on the radar of both teams.
NBA: Kobe Bryant Won’t Get a Say on Who The Lakers Hire As Their Next Head Coach
Kobe Bryant is the longtime superstar of the Los Angeles Lakers and there’s no doubt that his thoughts and feelings are very important to them. That however doesn’t mean he will have major input on their next head coach.
NBA: Steve Kerr Reportedly Wants 5-Year, $30 Million Contract
Despite not having any prior head coaching experience, Steve Kerr is a hot commodity around the NBA. With the Knicks and Warriors ousting Mike Woodson and Mark Jackson, those are reportedly the two teams Kerr is deciding between. It’s also reported that Kerr is leaning more towards the Knicks and with his asking price that’s where he’s more likely to get his wish.
NBA Report: Houston Rockets Will Keep Coach Kevin McHale
It was widely believed around the league that the Houston Rockets would part ways with head coach Kevin McHale after being ousted from the playoffs in the first round yet again. Well it turns out McHale’s clock hasn’t run out just yet.
NFL (Report): Buccaneers Hire Lovie Smith as Next Head Coach
I think this is a good move on the Bucs part, they have reached a deal with Lovie Smith to make him the next head coach. Hit the jump for details…
NFL: Texans Reportedly Interested in Jon Gruden & Mike Shanahan For Head Coach Position
As expected the Houston Texans fired head coach Gary Kubiak. The team lost 11 games in a row and fell way below expectations as many predicted a great season for them. Wade Phillips has been named the interim coach until the team finds a replacement. An ESPN report has been released with names of possible candidates and a couple names on there are pretty interesting.
