LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The Los Angeles Lakers have hired Frank Vogel to become the team's next head coach on a three-year deal, according to ESPN.
Vogel, 45, previously coached the Orlando Magic and Indiana Pacers. He met with the Lakers Thursday.
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Vogel previously worked for the Lakers as an advance scout during the 2005-2006 season.
ESPN is also reporting Jason Kidd has agreed to a deal to become an assistant under Vogel.
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The Lakers are coming off a 37-45 season and missed out on the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year. They parted ways with previous coach Luke Walton after three seasons.