David Booth, assistant coach for DePaul, is leaving his alma mater to join the New Orleans Hornets as a scout.

Booth has been with DePaul since May 2009 as an assistant, most recently working as the program's director of community, corporate and professional relations.

"It was a great experience being able to come back to DePaul and be part of the program," he said. "It's something I'll always treasure."

Booth will handle scouting in the northeast region for the Hornets. He was a scout for the Memphis Grizzlies for five years before joining DePaul.

"As one of the DePaul greats, we're excited for David and wish him nothing but the best," said head coach Oliver Purnell, who will begin his first season this fall.