Orlando (United States) (AFP)
The Philadelphia Sixers sacked coach Brett Brown on Monday, just 24 hours after being eliminated (4-0) in the first round of the NBA play-offs by the Boston Celtics, announced Elton Brand, general manager of the franchise. .
Brown had been in charge of the 76ers for seven years. This season was to be the one of confirmation after a semi-final conference lost by nothing last year against Toronto, future champion.
But the knee injury of talented point guard Ben Simmons was a big blow to Philly. The other star of the team Joel Embiid did what he could, but it was insufficient against more complete Celtics in their series.
"I have immense respect for Brett (...) He did a lot of positive things during his stint, developing young talent and leading our team three times in a row in the play-offs. Unfortunately, we didn't. achieved our goals this year and I think it is better to move in a new direction, ”he said in a statement.
"This will be an important offseason for us as we look to get back on track with the goal of being competitive in the quest for an NBA title," he continued.
Here are the 76ers looking for a new coach. According to ESPN, Philly is interested in Tyron Lue, Doc Rivers 'current assistant with the Los Angeles Clippers and winner of a ring with LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016.
Jay Wright in charge of the Vilanova varsity team and current 76ers assistant Ime Udoka, are also leads says The Athletic.
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