The Brooklyn Nets reached an agreement in principle with Lionel Hollins to become the team's new head coach on Wednesday.
The announcement comes just days after Jason Kidd's abrupt departure after one season with Brooklyn. Kidd, a former Nets point guard who just completed his rookie year as a coach, reportedly wanted a larger role in the organization and when his request was denied, interviewed for and accepted the head coaching position with the Bucks.
In exchange for allowing Kidd to leave for Milwaukee, the Nets received two second round draft picks (2015 & 2019) from the Bucks.
Hollins, 60, most recently spent five seasons at the helm in Memphis before his contract was not picked up following the 2012-13 season. He led the Grizzlies to three straight playoff appearances, including a trip to the Western Conference finals in 2013.
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