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Minnesota Timberwolves open search for new president, coach

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Minnesota Timberwolves coach Sam Mitchell yells out to his team during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Portland, Ore., Saturday, April 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)

MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Timberwolves say they have relieved interim coach Sam Mitchell of his duties and will open a search for a new coach and a new president of basketball operations.

The Wolves made the announcement on Wednesday night after finishing the season with a win over New Orleans. Mitchell took over as coach after Flip Saunders died in October and led the team to a 29-53 record.

General manager Milt Newton will remain on while the search is conducted. The new president will then make a full evaluation of the staff.

Team owner Glen Taylor says it’s important to find the best leadership team going forward to lead a roster full of young talent. The Timberwolves have hired a search firm to aid the process.

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