Lakers Consider Dan Hurley for Head Coach Role in Bold Move

Potential hiring of UConn's Dan Hurley could reshape Lakers' future, with high stakes for GM Rob Pelinka.

ESPN reports Lakers preparing a substantial long-term contract offer for Hurley.
Analysts are divided on the high-risk, high-reward nature of the potential hire.
LeBron James' future with the Lakers is not expected to be impacted by this decision.
The move draws parallels to the Celtics' hiring of Brad Stevens from college basketball.
NBA insiders were surprised by Hurley's sudden emergence as a candidate.