Justin Gainey is "flattered" at the thought of being a candidate for the NC State coaching vacancy, but insisted his focus rests with Tennessee basketball as the Vols head into the postseason.

Justin Gainey could be a candidate to be the next NC State coach after Kevin Keatts was fired Sunday. The Tennessee basketball associate head coach played for the Wolfpack from 1996-2000 and was on staff at NC State from 2006-09.

Justin Gainey loves NC State and has long kept his eye on the Wolfpack as a former player and coach, but he said he is focused on Tennessee after NC State coach Kevin Keatts was fired Sunday. "As far as me and my involvement on everything,