After 18 years away from the NBA, it appears Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino wants back in.
Pitino is dedicating himself to finding a job, whether it's in coaching, player personnel, or an advisory role, he told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The 66-year-old previously stated he would be highly interested in joining a youthful NBA team.
Pitino added that he turned down an offer to return as president and coach of Panathinaikos, whom he led to a Greek Basket League championship this past season. The ex-Louisville bench boss took to social media Friday to thank his players and staff.
— Rick Pitino (@RealPitino) June 21, 2019
Pitino was fired from Lousiville in 2017 after an FBI probe found evidence of payments to former recruit Brian Bowen's family. He posted a 416-143 record across 16 seasons as Cardinals head coach, leading the school to a national championship in 2013 - which has since been vacated by the NCAA.
He had a forgettable four-year tenure at the Boston Celtics' helm that came on the heels of a solid eight-year run with Kentucky, which included a national title in 1996.
