CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- CharlotteBobcats coach Paul Silas will not return next season, the organization announced Monday afternoon.
I would like to personally thank Paul for everything he has done for this team under some pretty unique circumstances, said President of Basketball Operations Rod Higgins in a statement. His basketball experience as a coach and a player speak for themselves. We have been fortunate to have someone of his character associated with this franchise and we hope he will continue to be a valuable resource to us in the future.
The Bobcats were a league worst 7-59 this season, the first full season under Silas. Charlotte set a record for the lowest winning percentage in NBA history.
He began his term in Charlotte on an interim basis during the 2010-2011 season, leading the team to a 25-29 record.
Silas has a career record of 377-531 in 11 years as a head coach.
