Isiah Thomas Wants Back in the NBA: But Does The NBA Want Isiah?

He was a 12-time All Star with the Pistons, the man with a cherubic smile and a scrappy personality. 

After playing, Isiah Thomas, one of the original "Bad Boys," took on management positions in Toronto, Indiana and eventually New York, where he was a total disaster, and frankly a disgrace.

But guess what?

Thomas wants another shot at the NBA, according to ESPN.

"I definitely want to be in basketball again whether it be coaching or as a general manager," Thomas told ESPN by phone. "My gift is basketball. I would love working with the kids. If it's the right college program, I would consider it. If it's the right GM job or coaching job in the NBA, I would consider it. I love the game. I just want to be in the game."
The question is: Does NBA want Thomas? -- A.L.