Juan Herrera
WMAL.com
WASHINGTON (WMAL) – The Washington Wizards have announced that the team has relieved Ernie Grunfeld of his duties as president of the team.
The announcement came in a statement from the Wizards on Tuesday that also mentioned that Tommy Sheppard, the team’s senior vice president of basketball operations,would serve as the interim general manager for the time being.
According to the statement, the Wizards will begin searching for a new head of basketball operations after the season ends. Sheppard will be a candidate for the position.
Grunfeld served as president of the Wizards for the past 16 season and during his tenure, the club went 568-724 with eight postseason appearances. The Wizards also missed the playoffs this season and lost superstar point guard John Wall to injury for the year.
“We did not meet our stated goals of qualifying for the playoffs this season and, despite playing with injuries to several key players, we have a culture of accountability and a responsibility of managing to positive outcomes,” Ted Leonsis, the owner of the Washington Wizards, said in a statement. “I wish to thank Ernie for his service to the Washington Wizards. He and his family have been great leaders in our community and have worked tirelessly to make us a top NBA franchise.”
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