The Detroit Pistons made the decision to let go of head coach Monty Williams after a disappointing first season. Despite having five years and over $65 million left on his contract, the team’s poor performance led to his dismissal.
Under Williams’ leadership, the Pistons only won 14 games and finished last in the Eastern Conference. They also set an NBA record for 28 consecutive losses before finally breaking the streak. The decision to fire Williams was ultimately made by team owner Tom Gores, with new president Trajan Langdon delivering the news to Williams.
Following the departure of head coach Dwane Casey following the 2022-23 season, general manager Troy Weaver hired Williams as his replacement. The two had a prior relationship from their time in Oklahoma City, leading to a six-year, $78.5 million contract with a team option that could exceed $100 million. Despite having promising young players like Cade Cunningham, the Pistons have struggled to find success in recent years.
With a string of lottery picks and the potential for the top pick in the upcoming draft, the Pistons are looking to turn their fortunes around. The team’s last postseason win was in 2008 and their last playoff appearance was in 2019. The pressure is on for the organization to find a new head coach who can lead them back to success.
Despite having five years and over $65 million left on his contract, Monty Williams was fired by Detroit Pistons after an unsuccessful first season as head coach.
The decision was made by team owner Tom Gores with new president Trajan Langdon delivering the news to Williams.
Under Williams’ leadership, Detroit only won 14 games and finished last in Eastern Conference.
The pressure is on for Detroit Pistons organization to find a new head coach who can lead them back to success after missing out on playoffs since 2019 and failing to make it past round one since 2008.
