The Cleveland Cavaliers are currently looking for a replacement for former coach Byron Scott, and according to reports they have already reached out to Phil Jackson about their coaching opening.
ESPN is reporting that Jackson interviewed with Cavs owner Dan Gilbert in 2005, when Gilbert was looking for a coach, but instead that year they ended up hiring Mike Brown.
However, the same report suggest that Jackson is currently looking at other coaching options at this time. The Brooklyn Nets and Sacramento Kings are considered the frontrunners that appeal to Jackson's needs.
Jackson is believed to be looking for a similar situation as of Miami Heat president Pat Riley-- oversee personnel moves and mentor a head coach. To land and keep Riley, the Heat gave him a deal that included an ownership stake in the franchise.
The Nets have reportedly contacted Jackson before the firing of coach Avery Jackson last fall and are expected to check his interest again before the 2013-14 season. The Kings are interested in bringing Jackson on board with an executive role.
As of now for the Cavs, Brown remains the frontrunner for the coaching position.
According to ESPN, Cavaliers general manager Chris Grant declined to address a direct question about Brown's candidacy during a news conference Thursday.
"We have not started that process," Grant said. "We're looking for someone with proven success, looking for someone who has a strong defensive system, someone who is a teacher, grinder and a worker."
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