The Charlotte Hornets are conducting interviews for a new head coach, with a deliberate focus on finding someone who excels in player development and brings a dynamic presence.

Lindsey Harding, the 2024 G League Coach of the Year with a notable playing and coaching resume, including leading Mexico's national women's team, is among the interviewees.

Other candidates for the position include Jay Larranaga, David Adelman, Jordi Fernandez, Charles Lee, and Kevin Young.

Jeff Peterson, the Hornets' new executive vice president, is prioritizing these coaching attributes in alignment with the team's current youthful rebuilding phase.

Becky Hammon, a pioneering female assistant coach in the NBA, has been acknowledged as a potential candidate for head coaching roles in the league.