The Golden State Warriors have interest in pursuing Stephen Silas as their top assistant coach.

Golden State has requested permission from the Charlotte Hornets to interview Silas.

Golden State could no longer wait until the end of the playoffs to secure Luke Walton’s replacement because of Silas’ growing candidacy with the Houston Rockets.

Silas previously worked as an assistant coach with the Warriors from 2006 until 2010 under Don Nelson and Keith Smart. Silas built a strong working relationship with Stephen Curry.