LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Lakers (news) are in talks with Duke University's Mike Krzyzewski over the vacant job as head coach at the high-profile NBA team.
The Lakers said in a statement Thursday that general manager Mitch Kupchak had "contacted and had discussions with Mike Krzyzewski" about the position but declined to provide further details.
Duke University (in Durham, North Carolina) also confirmed talks had taken place with its college basketball coach, more popularly known as "Coach K," who has led the Blue Devils to three national championships in his 24-year tenure.
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