Sixers' Brown will be hiring his own assistants

Philadelphia 76ers new head coach Brett Brown has confirmed that he will not be bringing back any of Doug Collins' assistants -- Michael Curry, Aaron McKie and Jeff Capel.

“This decision takes nothing away from the talent and loyalty of Michael Curry, Aaron McKie and Jeff Capel, but is more about making a fresh start here in Philadelphia,” said Brown. “I respect the way this staff did their job and how they handled themselves with tremendous class and professionalism, which needs to be acknowledged. I am grateful for all the work they've done this off-season leading up to this decision.”