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 Although he told reporters that no deal had been finalized, he also
said: "When this opportunity came about, this was something that
interested me greatly. One of my life goals is to coach in that
league."
The Bulls have focused on the Iowa State coach since firing Tom
Thibodeau on Thursday. Thibodeau was fired despite leading the team
to the playoffs in each of his five seasons.
Multiple media outlets reported over the weekend that Hoiberg and
the Bulls were negotiating a five-year contract.
ESPN's Jeff Goodman reported that the sides are expected to complete
a deal, barring a last-second collapse in negotiations. Hoiberg has
informed several Iowa State players and staff members that he is
leaving, Goodman reported.
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Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, who suffered a concussion
in Game Five of the Western Conference finals, participated in all
facets of practice on Monday, according to the San Jose Mercury
News, strengthening the belief that he will be in the starting
lineup for Thursday's Game One of the NBA Finals against the
Cleveland Cavaliers.
Thompson still must pass the league's concussion protocol to be
cleared to play, but he reportedly is not having any headaches.
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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving did not participate in all
aspects of the Cavaliers' practice as he tries to get ready for
Thursday's game.
Irving has been bothered throughout the playoffs by tendinitis in
his left knee and a sprained right foot.
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Irving said he is feeling pretty good, but that he would not be 100
percent in the Finals "unless something miraculous happens".
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The NBA will hold its fourth annual NBA Canada Series in October,
featuring a record five teams playing an all-time high four
preseason games in Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver and Winnipeg.
The Toronto Raptors will play three games, while the Minnesota
Timberwolves will play two games, and the Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles
Clippers and Washington Wizards will each play one game.
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