The New Orleans Pelicans dismissed coach Alvin Gentry, the team announced Saturday afternoon.
After a disappointing performance in the NBA's Orlando restart, the franchise moved quickly on Gentry's removal. Gentry had one year left on his contract.
The Pelicans move into the coaching marketplace with the Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls.
This will be an opportunity for Executive VP David Griffin to use the Pelicans' talented young roster -- including No. 1 overall pick Zion Williamson and All-Star Brandon Ingram -- as cornerstones to be aggressive in the coaching marketplace.