Scott Brooks out as coach of Oklahoma City Thunder

Oklahoma: Scott Brooks has stepped down as coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the National Basketball Association team announced Wednesday.

Brooks went 338-207 over seven seasons with the Thunder and was named the league`s 2009-10 coach of the year.

"This is an extremely difficult decision on many levels. Scott helped establish the identity of the Thunder and has earned his rightful place in the history of our organization through his seven years as a valued leader and team member," said GM Sam Presti in a statement.

Oklahoma City missed the playoffs on the final day of the regular season this year, the first time they failed to make the post-season since 2008-09.

The Thunder finished 45-37 with superstar Kevin Durant out for the majority of the season. Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka also missed some time.