The first issues of the off-season are starting to crop up for the Mavericks, as assistant coach Sam Vincent has been given permission to talk to the Charlotte Bobcats about their head coaching position.

The Bobcats have interviewed a handful of candidates and have many more names to run through. One thought about their search is that they are looking for the next Avery Johnson-type of coach, a former player who has a firm grasp on the game.

Vincent, who just finished his first season on Johnson's staff, could fit that description.