Previously, the Wolves officially announced the termination of head coach Vitor Pereira. Regarding the candidates for Wolves coach, reporter Ben Jacobs said that Gary O'Neal is currently one of the main candidates.

Ben Jacobs wrote on Twitter: "The Wolves are actively looking for Pereira's replacement."

"It is understood that the negotiations between the Wolves and Gary O'Neal are progressing smoothly, and O'Neal is in the lead, but all parties are still taking time to consider. At present, O'Neal is one of the main candidates, but the Wolves are still in contact with multiple other candidates."