Lakers assistant coach Jim Cleamons said he has been contacted by Puerto Rico officials about becoming the national team coach.

Cleamons said he is scheduled to meet with the officials this week to talk about leading the team at the FIBA Americas Championship.

"They said they had some interest," Cleamons said. "I have some interest. It's something I would do, especially if there is a lockout."

Cleamons has been a member of Phil Jackson's staff with the Lakers and the Chicago Bulls.