The Washington Wizards have approached Hall of Fame coach Larry Brown about becoming their president of basketball operations and head coach. Brown, however, has so far declined to entertain overtures because Doug Collins remains under contract as the team's coach, sources said.

Brown resigned as coach of the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

"Washington Sports and Entertainment and [chairman] Abe Pollin are not discussing the interviewing process or the candidates we are speaking to," Wizards team president Susan O'Malley said.

Brown, 62, cancelled a meeting with the Wizards that was scheduled for this morning after making contact Wednesday with Pollin or O'Malley. Brown has not ruled out future conversations with the Wizards but he won't meet with them while Collins, a friend, is still employed by the team.