If Tyronn Lue is selected as the head coach for the USA Basketball men’s national team, he could achieve a historic milestone by potentially hosting an Olympic basketball tournament right in his own workplace. Currently, Lue serves as the head coach of the LA Clippers, a position he has held with remarkable success, ensuring he has never recorded a losing season. His contract extends through the 2028-29 season and is valued at approximately $70 million. This year marked the unveiling of the impressive $2 billion Intuit Dome, a cutting-edge arena located in Inglewood, California, which has quickly become a premier destination for basketball fans. This arena, likened to AT&T; Stadium near Dallas, is poised to host Olympic basketball during the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. Lue expressed excitement about this unique opportunity, stating, “Yeah, it sounds amazing. To be the Olympic head coach in this building is certainly a remarkable prospect. However, I recognize there are many factors to consider. Being chosen for such a role would be both an honor and a blessing, but I’m not overly focused on it just yet as the event is still two years away, and I know Erik Spoelstra has been involved with USA Basketball long before I came on board.” -via New York Times / December 5, 2024