Scott Skiles Resigns as Magic Head Coach: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

The Orlando Magic turned to Scott Skiles at head coach following a disastrous two-and-a-half-year stretch under Jacque Vaughn, but it turns out former point guards may not be the best choice to lead the rebuilding Eastern Conference club.

The organization announced Thursday that Skiles resigned after just one season at the helm. Skiles released a statement on his decision:

After much thought and careful consideration, I and I alone, have come to the conclusion that I am not the right head coach for this team. Therefore, effective immediately, I resign my position as head coach of the Orlando Magic. I realize this type of decision can cause much speculation. The reality though is in the first sentence. It is simple and true. Any other rumors are pure conjecture.

I sincerely apologize for any unintended consequences that may adversely affect anyone associated with this decision. The Magic are a world-class organization that employs world-class people. I wish them nothing but great success. I will always be thankful, especially to the DeVos family, for the opportunity.

“While we understand it was a challenging season, we reluctantly have accepted Scott’s resignation,” said general manager Rob Hennigan. “We appreciate Scott instilling a culture of accountability and certainly wish him and his family well.”

Orlando made a marked improvement in 2015-16, going 35-47 after winning just 25 games in 2014-15, but Skiles won’t stick around to see if the development continues.

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