The New Orleans Pelicans hire former Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley as their next head coach, ending interim coach James Borrego’s candidacy for the permanent role, according to multiple reports. Mosley, who spent the past five seasons with Orlando, is set to move to New Orleans after the Magic fired him this month following their seven-game, first-round NBA playoff series loss to the Detroit Pistons. The Magic had led the series 3-1 and had a 24-point advantage in Game 7 before losing and being eliminated.
Separately, reporting indicates the Pelicans have been searching for a new head coach since they fired Willie Green in November after a 2-10 start. The Athletic reports Mosley is expected to sign a five-year contract, while other outlets describe the hiring as an agreement reached through sources. The deal follows the team’s interim period under Borrego and finalizes the coaching decision for New Orleans ahead of the next season.
