Rockets owner Leslie Alexander has chosen Boston Celtics statistical analyst Daryl Morey to be his next general manager, succeeding Carroll Dawson after the 2006-07 season.

Morey, the Celtics' senior vice president of operations and information, who has never been a player, coach, scout or general manager, has worked under Boston owner Wyc Grousbeck for the past three seasons.

Morey, 32, will become the Rockets' assistant general manager under Dawson next month before assuming the GM position after next season.

"C.D. is going to be with the organization for a long time," Alexander said. "He will be a great adviser. He will remain an integral part of what we do."

When he sked whether Dawson or Morey will make decisions that affect the team beyond Dawson's tenure as general manager, Alexander said, "C.D. is the top guy for the next year. He's the boss."