Jason Kidd would like to stay involved with the national program.

"I talked with Coach K [Mike Krzyzewski] about maybe getting into the coaching end of it,'' Kidd said. "I want to stay connected with them in some form.''

No specifics have been discussed, but it's possible Kidd could get involved with the selection committee on who makes up the national teams at the junior and/or Olympic levels.

LeBron James said Tuesday that Gregg Popovich, who has coached San Antonio to four NBA titles, would be a great choice for U.S. Olympic coach in 2016 if Mike Krzyzewski doesn't return.

"Absolutely," James said when asked about that possibility. "He knows the game. He knows the players. And he's coached enough stars at San Antonio. I think he'd be great (as Olympic coach). If Coach K decides he doesn't want to do it any more, I think Coach Popovich would be a great candidate. His resume speaks for itself."

Popovich was noncommittal when asked Tuesday.

"I don't even think about stuff like that," Popovich said. "I just worry about tonight."