I think you have overstated the bball side of things. You make it sound like we have dropped basketball completely. I think the guys on the team might be offended.
Travel may be no big deal for the teams/players but it could be a very big deal for the fans. How many fans are likely to make coast to coast trips on a regular basis?
Seems like you are assuming JB would recommend one of his assistants. What if JB recommended someone not on the current coaching staff or suggests more than one name?
I would just take it to a nearby tailer and have it done by someone who knows what he or she is doing. I know that I would likely botch the job if I tried to do it myself.