Mosley, who according to multiple reports compiled a 189-221 record over five seasons, accepted full responsibility after the loss, saying 'It's on me.' Under Mosley, the Magic achieved 41 or more wins in each of the last three seasons, reports said. In a statement, he thanked the DeVos family and expressed hope that his tenure had a 'meaningful and lasting' impact, adding that his 'only desire was to make you proud to be Magic fans.'
Billy Donovan, who resigned from the Chicago Bulls last month, is reportedly a top candidate to replace Mosley, according to multiple reports. During Mosley's pregame media availability before Game 6, fire alarms suddenly blared while he was asked about Franz Wagner's availability for a potential Game 7, according to reports. Mosley said 'That's not a good sign' and ended the session early, saying 'All right, that's good, thank you, appreciate it.' A team official confirmed the alarms were false. In contrast, Detroit coach J.B. Bickerstaff's pregame media session was uninterrupted, reports said. It remains unclear who will ultimately be hired as the next Magic head coach.