David Vanterpool interviewed for the Denver Nuggets’ head coaching job.

Vanterpool is currently an assistant coach with the Portland Trail Blazers under Terry Stotts. The Oklahoma City Thunder hired Vanterpool as director of player personnel in 2010, a role that had him on the front-office fast track until his desire to coach led him to the Blazers in 2012.

While Vanterpool isn’t considered a frontrunner to replace Brian Shaw, Denver general manager Tim Connelly’s discussion with Vanterpool in recent days is reflective of the respect Vanterpool’s earned in three seasons an NBA assistant coach.

Vanterpool interviewed for the Philadelphia 76ers’ head coaching job in 2013.