The Cleveland Cavaliers have fired Byron Scott after three seasons.

Scott had a 66-166 record with the Cavaliers as the franchise rebuilt following the departure of LeBron James.

Scott took the job before James made his decision to sign with the Miami Heat. Tom Izzo was the other leading candidate for the job, but he decided to remain at Michigan State.

"I have tremendous respect for Byron professionally and a great deal of admiration for him personally," said Chris Grant. "At the same time, it is critical for where we are as a team to ensure that we capitalize on every opportunity for development and success and we have fallen short of that on the court," Cavs general manger Chris Grant said in a statement. "I believe we needed to make this change in order to get to a better position to achieve our goals. I know I speak on behalf of the entire Cavs organization and the Cleveland community, in thanking Byron for his three years here and his hard work and many contributions on and off the court. We wish Bryon and his wife, Anita, the best."