Florida International is close to naming Isiah Thomas their newest coach, according to an Associated Press source.

Thomas is reportedly mulling over an offer from FIU, according to a source close to the school's decision-making.

The same source said that FIU is "very hopeful" that a deal could be closed with Thomas on Tuesday morning.

Former Heat guard Tim Hardaway is interested in the job, but believes that Thomas has the gig locked up.

"I want to put my name in the hat, but I think Isiah Thomas is getting it," Hardaway told the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. "I know I can bring some good prospects in. I have a good eye for good talent, so I'm putting my name in to try."