[ThePundit]

Jeff Van Phony has finally been given his walking papers, and deservedly so. He didn't do anything that warranted the Rockets not making a change.

As discussed in previous posts, it is being reported that Rick Adelman will replace him.

I think this is a good hire. Adelman has won wherever he has gone, and he's more offensive minded than Van Phony.

[Basketball News]

HOUSTON -- Jeff Van Gundy will not be back to coach the Rockets next season.

The Rockets parted ways with their fourth-year coach on Friday afternoon, ending two weeks of speculation revolving around the future of the coach.

Van Gundy and the organization were unable to reach an agreement to extend his time on the sideline after a lenghty negotiating period. The coach was 182-146 in four seasons in Houston, guiding the team to three playoff appearances.

"First and foremost, we want to thank Jeff for his tireless efforts here with the team over the past four seasons," Rockets general manager Daryl Morey said. "Jeff built the team into a top defensive club and played a crucial part in helping mold this team into a playoff contender."

Van Gundy leaves after four seasons with the Rockets organization