Lakers reportedly gave Luke Walton a 5-year deal to become head coach

Anyway, best of luck to Luke Walton — he'll have time to develop his roster that coaching a more competitive team wouldn't afford him. And Sean Deveney of the Sporting News has already kickstarted the discussion around whether Walton can lure young 

If you can't beat 'em, then try and hire their assistant coach. That's how the famous adage goes, right? Well that's how the Houston Rockets are thinking anyway. According to ESPN's Marc Spears, the Rockets got permission to interview Golden State

When he accepted the Los Angeles Lakers' coaching job Friday, Golden State Warriors assistant coach Luke Walton moved 56 games down the standings. Insider. To get Kevin Pelton's full analysis, become an Insider today. Subscribe Log In. View Insider 

The Lakers moved quickly and decisively in naming Luke Walton as the team's next head coach. There were no other candidates interviewed, and once Tom Thibodeau took the job in Minnesota, Walton immediately became the most attractive choice for any 

Lakers agree to deal with Luke Walton. Lakers agree to deal with Luke Walton. Loading. Current Warriors assistant coach Luke Walton has struck a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers to become their next head coach. Nick Kostos and Kirk Morrison break down