Paolo Banchero Sees Coach Jamahl Mosley Fired

Paolo Banchero's issues with coach Jamahl Mosley ended with Mosley's firing after the Orlando Magic blew a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Playoffs.

What happened?

The Orlando Magic fired coach Jamahl Mosley on Monday. Mosley's dismissal came after his team lost a 3-1 series lead.

Why it matters for Paolo Banchero

Banchero was unhappy with Mosley's late-game decision-making. Banchero averaged 22.2 points and 8.4 rebounds per game this season. The Magic's loss sealed Mosley's fate.

What comes next?

Banchero's strong performance may give him more control. The player usually wins the power struggle in such cases. And the Magic will look for a new coach. Banchero's issues with Mosley started early in the season. Rumors of a rift between Banchero and Mosley lingered. A report suggested a star player would ask for a trade if Mosley were retained. Banchero's frustration was emblematic of the team's issues. The Magic blew a 24-point advantage in Game 6. Banchero's performance earned him a key role in the team. The Orlando Magic will now search for a new coach. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Banchero's issues with Mosley. The Magic's loss was a surprise after they went up 3-1 on the Detroit Pistons.