Tarkanian Plans to Meet With Clippers

Jerry Tarkanian has spoken with owner Donald Sterling about the Clipper coaching vacancy and plans to fly to Los Angeles Thursday to continue discussions.

A source close to the talks said the making of a deal is a longshot and that Tarkanian, who coached Nevada Las Vegas to the NCAA basketball championship this year, would settle for no less than an annual salary of $750,000 and other benefits.

The NCAA is continuing its investigation of Tarkanian, who once was sought by former owner Jack Kent Cooke to coach the Lakers.

Clipper spokesman Bill Kreifeldt said no meetings are scheduled between team officials and Tarkanian.