The agent for Jeff Van Gundy yesterday refuted reports that the former Knicks coach has agreed to a deal to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers.

"I've never gotten a call on Jeff's behalf for even an offer," said Jim Ornstein, Van Gundy's New York-based agent. "It hasn't gotten to that point."

Ornstein and his associate Henry Reisch of the William Morris Agency negotiated Van Gundy's contract with TNT and are representing him in his dealings with NBA teams. The Houston Rockets are interested in Van Gundy. Houston is also said to be looking at Larry Brown, Doc Rivers and Mike Dunleavy.

Van Gundy has decided not to comment on his job status. Ornstein said that Van Gundy is upset over quotes attributed to the ex-coach that have him talking about the job openings in both Cleveland and Houston. Van Gundy has denied making those comments.