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Los Angeles Lakers Fire Head Coach Darvin Ham After Playoffs Failures


The team now faces an off-season full of questions.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham was ousted on Friday after two seasons and two failed playoffs appearances. Ham’s fate was sealed when he was subjected to a shouting tirade by Lakers star LeBron James for failing to challenge an out-of-bounds ball during the playoffs. “We greatly appreciate Darvin Ham’s efforts on behalf of the Lakers and recognize the many accomplishments achieved over the past two seasons including last year’s remarkable run to the Western Conference finals,” said a statement from Rob Pelinka, Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager.

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