David Fizdale is working on assembling a coaching staff in Memphis, and it sounds like Nick Van Exel will be one of his first hires.
Memphis-based sports radio host and Grizzlies insider Chris Vernon reports that Van Exel will be a part of Fizdale’s staff:
I'm told that David Fizdale is putting together his staff – first hire know of… Nick Van Exel !!! Could be great for Conley.
— Chris Vernon (@ChrisVernonShow) June 1, 2016
Known best for his 13-year playing career — spent most notably with the Lakers — Van Exel’s name has come up a few times this offseason. He was mentioned in conjunction with an Indiana Pacers job, but it sounds like he is headed to Memphis.
Van Exel spent this past season as head coach of the D-League’s Texas Legends. He was an All-Star as a guard for the Lakers in 1998 and averaged 15.7 points and 7.2 assists per game during his career. Prior to his time coaching the Legends, Van Exel also worked with the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks.
