Isiah Thomas to coach at FIU

The former New York Knicks president and coach was hired to take over FIU's program Tuesday, a move that gives the Hall of Fame player a second chance to revive his career. Financial terms of his five-year contract weren't immediately released. A news conference to introduce Thomas was planned for Wednesday. "We are very excited to have such a legendary athlete and proven winner in Isiah Thomas to lead our men's basketball program," FIU athletic director Pete Garcia said. "There is no doubt that Isiah will give FIU a tremendous opportunity to take the basketball program to the highest level."

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