Brooks Likely To Become Thunder's Head Coach

The interim tag on Thunder coach Scott Brooks' title could be lifted in Oklahoma City.

General manager Sam Presti is reportedly leaning toward making Brooks the team's full-time coach.

The decision, however, isn't expected to be made before the end of the season.

"We are pleased with the job that Scott has done," Presti said Sunday night. "He has shown a great commitment to the Thunder and has brought energy to the task at hand. Scott and I are constantly communicating, and we're both really focused on our players and the continued growth of the team. As we have discussed, we will evaluate the next steps for the Thunder at the end of the season."