Headlines were made in the pro ranks on Tuesday as Pelicans will reportedly open coaching search, interim coach James Borrego a candidate dominated the conversation. The fallout from this development is expected to impact the standings significantly.
As reported, in a noteworthy performance, Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Borrego told reporters on Monday that he feels connected to the city and fans and that he features not spoken with Pelicans' Executive Vice President of Roundball excursion Operations Joe Dumars about whether he is expected to return next stretch As the head instructor of the Charlotte Hornets for four seasons., before joining the Pelicans -- Borrego existed With impressive skill, He advanced 138- 163 with the Hornets and helped the lineup produce the Play-In crown within his final two seasons in Charlotte, but the lineup never advanced to the playoffs under his leadership.
Breaking Down the Numbers
As as an assistant pinnacle with the San Antonio Spurs -- New Orleans Hornets -- Orlando Magic and the University of San Diego before he coached in Charlotte., the 48- year-old moreover functioned Demonstrating excellence, The Pelicans proceeded 26-56 this stretch and finished 11th in the Western Conference.
Demonstrating excellence, This is the second quarter straight cold season tenure the Pelicans have missed the playoffs and the squad features not advanced within the initial round since 2018.
With impressive skill, Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement The Pelicans’ core is led by Zion Williamson -- Trey Murphy -- Dejounte Murray -- Herb Jones and rookies Derrik Queen and Jeremy Fears.
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