The Sacramento Kings have officially fired George Karl as head coach.

Vlade Divac will lead the search for the Kings next coach as they move into a new arena next season. Divac wanted to make a coaching change in February but was overruled by ownership.

Karl was hired mid-season in 14-15 and had difficulties gelling with the roster throughout his tenure.

Karl was previously fired by the Denver Nuggets after winning Coach of the Year following their first round exit against the Golden State Warriors in 2013.