Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. transitions to front office - ESPN

Washington Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. will transition to a front office advisory position, the team announced Thursday.

Unseld compiled a record of 77-130 since being named head coach on July 17, 2021. The team picked up an option in Unseld's contract for the 2024-25 season in October.

«I am grateful to have served as head coach of the Washington Wizards,» said Unseld in a statement, «I look forward to this new opportunity to work toward our organization's continued progress.»

The team said it would name an interim head coach later Thursday and will undertake a comprehensive search for Unseld's replacement in the offseason.

«After several thoughtful conversations with Wes, we determined together that a change was needed for the benefit of the team,» said Monumental Basketball President Michael Winger in a statement. «Wes embodies the characteristics we value in our organization, and his vast basketball experience will be an asset to the front office as we progress toward our long-term goals. We are thankful that he will continue his contributions to our organization and community.»

The Wizards are 7-36 this season, ahead of only the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference standings.