John Nash's days as general manager of the Portland Trail Blazers are now over.

The Trail Blazers released a statement late Tuesday that said Nash's contract, which is to due to expire in a month, will not be extended for next season.

Team president Steve Patterson will serve as interim general manager.

"All of us at the Trail Blazers appreciate John's effort and hard work under difficult circumstances and thank him for the enormous class he displayed throughout his time here," Patterson said.