Mike Fratello out as Grizzlies' head coach

After a 6-24 start, good for worst in the NBA, the Memphis Grizzlies have decided to part ways with head coach Mike Fratello. The Grizzlies had a 95-83 record under Fratello, their best record under any coach. Fratello replaced Hubie Brown as Memphis head coach in December of 2004 and has led the Grizzlies to two consecutive playoff appearances during his tenure. The Grizzlies have not announced a replacement but said they would try to find an interim head coach as soon as possible. One possibility is the team's director of player personnel, Tom Barone Sr., according to the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Team officials were mulling over other options.