Scott Brooks has been named the interim coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder for remainder of the season.

General Manager Sam Presti fired coach P.J. Carlesimo following Friday's loss to the Hornets.

Presti gave Brooks his first head coaching job rather than hiring a veteran coach like Avery Johnson, Flip Saunders, or Jeff Van Gundy.

"Scott is someone I feel will bring great preparedness and energy, abilities, and experience to our basketball team," Presti said Saturday afternoon. "I?m excited to see him work with our players. I think he will be great for our team and our community."