Overview
- Stotts, who texted Friday that he “would love to come back to the Blazers and Portland,” has made his interest clear.
- He has told the Warriors he will not return as Steve Kerr’s top assistant next season, opening the door to head-coach bids.
- His agent, Warran LeGarie, has reached out to the Trail Blazers to convey that interest, according to Dwight Jaynes.
- Portland is conducting a wide search after a turbulent year, with interim coach Tiago Splitter viewed as unlikely to keep the job.
- Stotts is expected to draw looks from other openings such as the Pelicans, Bulls, and Magic, and reports note Portland’s tighter budget could shape any offer.