The honeymoon is all over for the Golden State Warriors and coach Jonathan Keith Smart. Fans all around the Bay Area as well as current Warrior players wanted Smart to stay on but team owner Joe Lacob has decided to look elsewhere for a new head coach next season. Smart actually have a respectable first season as Warriors head coach this past regular campaign even though the team did not make it to the post-season play. Smart, who once played as an import for PBA’s San Miguel Beer in the late 80’s, guided the Warriors to a 36-46 win-loss record. Lacob says the franchise appreciated Smart’s efforts but also added that the team is taking a new direction and a change in necessary at this time, according to the Warriors’ official website.
“It's never easy to make difficult decisions, especially when it involves someone that we have a great deal of respect for like Keith Smart. After meeting extensively with Larry Riley and Bob Myers, we came to the conclusion that a change was necessary at this particular time. I think Keith did an admirable job this season and he should be commended for many of the positive things that transpired both on and off the floor. The team showed improvement and their effort was never in question. However, we've elected to pursue a new path and we wish Keith the very best. He's a quality person and we thank him for the time he invested with our organization.”
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