New Orleans Pelicans Make a Big Change

The New Orleans Pelicans have decided to part ways with their coach, Willie Green. This decision comes after a rough start to the season, with the team winning only two out of their first twelve games. Injuries have played a big role in their struggles, especially with star player Zion Williamson missing most of the season due to a recurring hamstring issue. The Pelicans have had a tough time on both ends of the court. They have been one of the worst teams in terms of scoring and defending. This is not the first time they have faced such challenges. In fact, they made history by losing three of their first six games by a huge margin of 30 points or more. The team's executive vice president, Joe Dumars, announced the decision to change coaches. He expressed gratitude for Green's contributions but felt a change was necessary. James Borrego, an assistant coach, will now take over as the interim coach. Borrego has had experience as a head coach before and was considered for other coaching jobs this year. Green's time with the Pelicans saw some highs and lows. He led the team to the playoffs twice but finished with a losing record overall. His best season was last year when the Pelicans won 49 games. However, they were swept in the first round of the playoffs. The Pelicans have a lot riding on this season. They made some big moves in the offseason, trading for players like Jordan Poole and Kevon Looney. They also traded future draft picks to get younger talent. This shows they are serious about improving the team. Injuries have been a major setback. Besides Williamson, other key players like Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray have also missed games. This has made it hard for the team to find their rhythm. The Pelicans are hoping that Borrego can bring a fresh perspective and turn things around. With a young team and some promising new players, there is still hope for the season. But they need to stay healthy and play better to make that happen.