Lawrence Frank expects to be back as the coach of the Nets next season despite the team's disappointing season, according to the New York Daily News.

New Jersey will miss the playoffs for the first time in seven years this month.

Frank has come under fire this season but has received repeated endorsements from decision-maker Rod Thorn.

"We always have open dialogue and talk about things, and we have a healthy respect for each other's opinion," Frank said. "They've always asked and you voice it, and at the end of the day you make the best decision and do what's in the best interest of the team."