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The New Orleans Pelicans have relived Willie Green of his coaching duties.
Associate head coach James Borrego will now lead the team in an interim role.
“After careful evaluation, we have made the difficult decision to make a change at head coach,” said Pelicans Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars Saturday. “I have the utmost respect for Willie Green, and I’m sincerely appreciative of his contributions to the Pelicans organization and the New Orleans community. We wish him and his family all the best in the future.”
The Pelicans have started the season 2-10, with the latest loss coming at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers Friday night.
Team owner Gayle Benson said she trusted Dumars' decision to part ways with Green.
“I have tremendous admiration and respect for Willie Green, and I truly appreciate all he has done for our organization over the last few years," Benson added. “This is a tough business and these are difficult decisions. My expectation is to be a winning team that competes for championships, and I remain steadfast in our commitment to building a championship-caliber organization for our players, partners, and above all, our fans.”
The Pelicans next face the Golden State Warriors at the Smoothie King Center Sunday night.