The Toronto Raptors interviewed Ettore Messina and Ime Udoka for their head coaching position.

The Raptors also have interviewed three internal candidates -- Nick Nurse, Rex Kalamian and G-League coach Jerry Stackhouse.

Nurse is considered Toronto's strongest internal choice.

Messina, 58, has been part of Gregg Popovich's staff since 2014.

Udoka, 40, also has interviewed for offseason openings with Charlotte and Orlando.