Billy Donovan will be back on the sidelines next year, but not as a head coach.

The former Chicago Bulls coach is headed to San Antonio as the Spurs' lead assistant. It's the first time Donovan will coach in an assistant role since he worked for Rick Pitino at Kentucky in 1994.

Donovan, 61, stepped away from the Bulls in April looking for a fresh start. He's been linked to several college jobs over the years, including the one at North Carolina this spring, but has consistently opted to remain in the NBA. It's likely he'll still get brought up for premier college opportunities, but his latest move to San Antonio aligns with his willingness to stay in the professional ranks.

Sorry, Texas Southern, another potential option is off the board.

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Links, news, and notes:

JP Estrella is staying at Michigan following head coach Dusty May's departure. Mike Boynton continues to solidify the roster as interim head coach.

Florida Gulf Coast hired Brian Barrio as its next athletic director.

Air Force athletic director Nathan Pine is being pushed out by the school, per ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Mississippi State head coach Chris Jans is hiring Corey Barker as an assistant. The school announced several staff updates yesterday.

George Washington head coach Chris Caputo is hiring Joe Barrer as an assistant coach.

Baylor transfer and former G League player James Nnaji committed to George Mason.

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Brian Rauf ranks the 25 toughest places to play in college basketball.

Joey Loose's Mount Rushmore series continues with the Big Ten. Who are the top four players from each school since 2000?

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