Yesterday, the Lakers received the seventh pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. Knowing what pick they will receive, the team has officially begun their head coaching search.
Over the past two days, Mike Dunleavy and Byron Scott had interviews with general manager Mitch Kupchak about the job opening to coach the Lakers.
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Today, Kupchak spoke about the lottery and talked about their off-season plans which included the coaching search and Kobe Bryant.
Kupchak does not anticipate filling in the vacant head coaching position in the next two to three weeks from now. He would also add that it’s a top priority for the upcoming coach to get the “most productivity” out of their franchise player.
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A Key To Becoming Next Lakers Coach? Know How To Use Kobe Bryant – LA Times
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Kupchak On The Lottery – Lakers
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Serge Ibaka Confirms He Is Out For Remainder Of Western Conference Finals – Pro Basketball Talk
Sixers GM Open To Trading Picks, But Won’t Shortcut The Rebuilding Process – Pro Basketball Talk
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Lakers GM Kupchak Says Next Coach Must Get Most Productivity Out Of Kobe Bryant