The Philadelphia 76ers have announced the firing of head coach Doc Rivers after a disappointing season that saw the team fail to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the fourth time in five years. Rivers had been with the team for three seasons, leading them to the playoffs each year but only reaching the second round.
The team’s decision to part ways with Rivers was made after reflecting on the season and the need to make certain changes to further their goals of competing for a championship. Rivers had two years remaining on his contract.
Rivers’ record in Game 7s is noted to be a poor one, with his record being 6-10, the most defeats of any other NBA coach. This past season, the Sixers held a 3-1 series lead over the Atlanta Hawks in the semifinals before losing Game 7 on their home court.
The team’s president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, spoke highly of Rivers, calling him “one of the most successful coaches in NBA history” and expressing immense respect for him. However, the team has decided that it is time for a change.
The announcement of Rivers’ departure has sparked speculation over who will replace him as head coach. Among the candidates being floated are former Houston Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni, who coached current Sixers star James Harden for four seasons in Houston, as well as former San Antonio Spurs coach Becky Hammon and current assistant coach Dave Joerger.
The 76ers are sure to have their pick of top coaches on the market, as several big-name coaches have been fired in recent weeks, including Monty Williams, Nick Nurse, and Mike Budenholzer.
The decision to fire Rivers signals the team’s determination to compete at the highest level and win a championship, something the 76ers have not achieved since 1983. With the talent on the current roster, the team will be looking to make significant improvements in the near future.
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