The Brooklyn Nets announced a pair of moves Sunday morning, as the team fired head coach Lionel Hollins and GM Billy King stepped down. The move comes after the team lost to the Detroit Pistons 103-89 Saturday night. The Nets are in 14th place in the East, only ahead of the Philadelphia 76ers.
"After careful consideration, I've concluded that it's time for a fresh start and a new vision for the direction of the team," Nets Owner Mikhail Prokhorov said. "By making this decision now, it enables our organization to use the rest of the season to diligently evaluate candidates with proven track records. It's clear from our current state of affairs that we need new leadership. With the right basketball management and coach in place, we are going to create a winning culture and identity and give Brooklyn a team that it can be proud of and enjoy watching. We have learned a great deal during the past six years and our experiences will guide us for the future."
Hollins was in just his second season as Nets' head coach. He had a 48-71 record in his time with the team and was 10-27 this season. He led the team to the first round of the playoffs last season.
Assistant coach Troy Brown will serve as the interim head coach. King has been "reassigned" within the organization. He took over as GM in 2010.
"I want to thank Billy for his hard work in the development of the Nets," Prokhorov said. "At every step of the way, he has been aggressive in his quest to build a winning team and has been a key factor toward the Nets making the playoffs for each of the last three seasons. Beyond this, he has been a tremendous friend, wonderful colleague, and loyal partner and we wish him success in the future."
The Nets won't name an interim GM and will leave the position open until a hire is made.
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