Duke head basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski has made quite a mark on the USA Basketball team since he assumed the head coaching position in 2005. Despite remarks to the contrary, it now seems Krzyzewski could remain at the helm through 2016.
According to Pete Thamel of Sports Illustrated, Coach K has “reversed course” in admitting he is considering a return:
BREAKING: Coach K reverses course and tells @sinow "there's a chance" he coaches USA Basketball again. sportsillustrated.cnn.com/college-basket…
— Pete Thamel(@SIPeteThamel) May 18, 2013
Thamel reports that Krzyzewski, 66, and chairman Jerry Colangelo have been discussing the ongoing nature of the former’s relationship with USA Basketball.
Colangelo commented, "I think it's very close to being resolved. That's all I can say for sure. Give it another week and it should be resolved.”
USA Basketball hasn’t always been a top priority for the NBA’s brightest stars. After a lull in success prior to Krzyzewski’s arrival, the team has been a dominant force in international play, compiling a 62-1 recor ...
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Mike Krzyzewski Reportedly Considering Returning as Team USA Coach in 2016
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