Jeff Van Gundy Joins Clippers as Lead Assistant Coach

The former ESPN analyst returns to coaching, reuniting with Tyronn Lue after a championship stint with the Celtics.

Van Gundy will serve as the Clippers' defensive coordinator, replacing Daniel Craig.
He last coached in the NBA in 2007 with the Houston Rockets.
Van Gundy was a senior consultant for the Boston Celtics during their recent championship season.
He has a strong relationship with Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue, having coached him in 2004.
Van Gundy spent 16 years as an ESPN analyst before his recent return to coaching.