John Beilein is leaving Michigan after 12 seasons to become the Cleveland Cavaliers' coach.

Sources told ESPN that he will receive a five-year deal.

Beilein reached a deal with the Cavaliers on Sunday and informed Michigan's administration of his decision to leave for the NBA on Monday morning, sources said.

"John is one of the most accomplished and innovative basketball minds and leaders in the entire game," Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman said in a statement. "He has a unique ability to create an outstanding culture that will promote the development of young players and provide a solid structure to the entire program; not to mention the fact that John Beilein wins everywhere he goes. We are excited Coach Beilein is joining our organization as we continue to build the foundation that any enterprise needs to be successful and competitive year in and year out."
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