Pelicans to Open Coaching Search, Interim Coach Borrego a Candidate

The New Orleans NBA franchise will look for a new head coach after a disappointing season.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:29pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented basketball court and players, using bold colors and angular shapes to capture the energy and complexity of the coaching search.The Pelicans' coaching search will be a pivotal moment in the franchise's efforts to rebound from a disappointing season and build a winning team.New Orleans Today

The New Orleans Pelicans will reportedly open a coaching search that includes interim head coach James Borrego as a candidate, according to sources. Borrego took over as interim head coach earlier this season after the team parted ways with the previous head coach.

Why it matters

The Pelicans had high expectations coming into the season but struggled, leading to the coaching change. Hiring the right head coach will be crucial for the team's future success and ability to develop their young core of players.

The details

Borrego has been the Pelicans' interim head coach since midway through the season, after the team parted ways with the previous head coach. Under Borrego's leadership, the team has shown some signs of improvement but has still fallen short of preseason expectations.

  • The Pelicans will open their coaching search in the coming days.

The players

James Borrego

The Pelicans' interim head coach who is expected to be a candidate for the permanent position.

New Orleans Pelicans

The NBA franchise based in New Orleans, Louisiana that is searching for a new head coach after a disappointing season.

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What’s next

The Pelicans will interview several candidates for the head coaching position in the coming weeks, with a decision expected before the start of the next NBA season.

The takeaway

The Pelicans' coaching search will be a critical decision for the franchise as they look to get back on track and develop their young talent. Borrego's performance as interim coach will be closely evaluated as the team considers its options.