Magic fire coach Jamahl Mosley after another first-round playoff loss
Yahoo Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Orlando Magic are parting ways with head coach Jamahl Mosley following their first-round playoff exit after blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Detroit Pistons.
- Mosley expressed gratitude to the organization, fans, and the DeVos family in a heartfelt statement, reflecting on his five-plus years with the team.
- Despite Mosley leading the Magic back to the playoffs in 2024 and securing a contract extension through 2028, the team failed to advance past the first round in consecutive seasons.
- The Magic's struggles, including a six-game losing streak and a historic 52-point loss to the Raptors in March, contributed to the decision, with Mosley taking responsibility for the team's preparation.
- Over five seasons, Mosley compiled a 189-211 regular-season record and a 7-12 postseason record but was unable to break Orlando’s long-standing playoff advancement drought since 2010.
