Houston Rockets Fire Bill Fitch
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HOUSTON — Houston Rockets Coach Bill Fitch, who led the Rockets to the NBA finals in 1986, was fired today after five seasons. The Rockets announced that they would begin an immediate search for a new head coach and personnel director, a dual position held by Fitch.
Fitch compiled a 216-184 record with the Rockets in five seasons. The Rockets reached the NBA finals in 1986, losing to Boston in six games. Houston made the NBA playoffs the last four seasons.
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