Now, less than 24 hours since their season ended in sputtering disappointment, the Los Angeles Lakers offseason starts in overdrive. Up next on the docket: Figuring out what to do with Russell Westbrook and finding a new head coach — not necessarily in that order.
The Lakers job is one of the biggest and most scrutinized in all of sports. Will they seek out an established veteran or an up-and-comer to lead LeBron James' twilight years? Candidates of both ilk were already gaining buzz on Monday.
Nick Nurse, Toronto Raptors head coach
Per The Athletic's Shams Charania, Nick Nurse is among the Lakers' top targets.