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LeBron James Wants Tom Thibodeau to Join Lakers' Coaching Staff

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Tyronn Lue is expected to finalize a deal to become the new Los Angeles Lakers head coach in the coming week, and Frank Isola of The Athletic is reporting that LeBron James is keen to see Tom Thibodeau bought in as an assistant:

If the Lakers finalize a deal to make Tyronn Lue the team's new head coach, Lue will want to add Tom Thibodeau to his coaching staff. LeBron James has also expressed his desire to have Thibodeau with the team, instructing close associates to gauge Thibodeau's interest in becoming a top assistant. However, some of the downside that could keep Thibodeau from joining Los Angeles is how much money he is owed from the Timberwolves and a possible preference for a head coaching gig.

Thibodeau was fired by the Minnesota Timberwolves last season, although it is questionable whether he will be willing to take on an assistant role.