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» Wednesday, May 1 2013

Charles F. Gardner: Jim Boylan on #Bucks: "Not unlike many teams, there always are contract issues and personalities to deal with. It was not an easy group." Twitter @cf_gardner

The Milwaukee Bucks will begin a search immediately for a new head coach after informing Jim Boylan that he will not be offered a new contract, General Manager John Hammond announced. The decision was made after Hammond met with Boylan Wednesday morning at the Bucks Training Center in St. Francis, Wis. NBA.com

“At this time we feel it’s in the best interest of the organization to seek a new coach to lead our team,” said Hammond. “We appreciate Jim’s efforts not only in his time as head coach, but in his entire tenure as a coach in Milwaukee. On behalf of the Bucks organization, I thank Jim for his five years here and his many contributions on and off the court. We wish Jim and his wife, Jane, the best.” NBA.com

Former Bucks assistant and current Houston Rockets assistant Kelvin Sampson is considered a possible candidate. The Rockets are playing Game 5 of their playoff series against Oklahoma City on Wednesday night. Sampson also is considered a candidate for the vacant coaching position in Charlotte. And the Bucks could be intrigued if current Memphis Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins does not have his contract extended. Hollins is in the final year of a three-year contract. Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

Jonathan Feigen: Absolutely expect Kelvin Sampson to hear from Milwaukee, too. Sampson said he does not want to consider positions during the series. Twitter @Jonathan_Feigen

Charles F. Gardner: Jim Boylan is out as Bucks coach, source indicates. He went 22-28 at end of season after replacing Scott Skiles. Twitter @cf_gardner

Another thing out of Jennings' control is where he will be next season. As a restricted free agent, he is eligible to receive an offer from the other 29 teams. The Bucks also have the opportunity to match any offer and keep him. But does he want to play for the Bucks anymore? "I don't know," Jennings said. "I can't answer that." Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

 

» Tuesday, April 30 2013

 

» Monday, April 29 2013

Despite speculation surrounding his future in the NBA, Gustavo Ayon expects the Milwaukee Bucks to pick up the team option on his contract for next season and is looking forward to returning, his agent Emilio Duran told RealGM. The Bucks traded for Ayon in the deal that brought them J.J. Redick, and the organization insisted that the Orlando Magic include Ayon. From the start, the Bucks have let Ayon and his agent know that playing time would be scarce this season, but they would prioritize him long-term. “Gustavo likes Milwaukee, he just really wants to help the team and as far as we’ve been indicated he will be with the Bucks next season,” Duran said. “He wants to keep getting better there and help out.” RealGM

Ray Allen reflected on his tenure with the Bucks and the infamous trade and said he didn’t harbor “any bitterness” toward any Bucks officials. That includes then Bucks coach George Karl, with whom he often butted heads. Allen said that he hasn’t spoken to Karl since their Milwaukee days, even though they have seen each other on numerous occasions. “We’re like ships passing in the night,” Allen said. Before signing with Heat last summer as a free agent, Allen said he also had offers on the table from Memphis and Minnesota. He said Milwaukee never contacted him. Racine Journal-Times

Jim Boylan probably coached his last Bucks game Sunday. Boylan replaced the fired Scott Skiles on Jan. 8 and guided the Bucks into postseason play. But the Bucks struggled down the stretch during the regular season and didn’t play particularly well in the playoffs. There is speculation Boylan could learn of his fate as soon as Monday. “He did a good job.” Bucks center Larry Sanders said of Boylan. “He did his best he could under some tough conditions.” Racine Journal-Times

 

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