April 2012 Basketball Wiretap

Scott Perry, Matt Lloyd Named Assistant GMs With Magic

Jun 29, 2012 6:09 PM

The Orlando Magic have named Scott Perry vice president/assistant general manager and Matt Lloyd assistant general manager, General Manager Rob Hennigan announced today. 

Perry has served as vice president of basketball operations of the Detroit Pistons for the last four years.  Lloyd spent 13 seasons with the Chicago Bulls, the last five as the team’s director of college scouting.

“We are ecstatic to add Scott (Perry) and Matt (Lloyd) to our Orlando Magic family,” Hennigan said.  “Scott and Matt bring multi-dimensional skillsets to our front office, and they both will have tremendous input in how we shape this organization going forward.”

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss
Magic Fire Adonal Foyle

Jun 26, 2012 10:21 PM

Adonal Foyle has been let go by the Magic after two seasons as the team's director of player development.

"Today was my last day with the Orlando Magic as I was let go," Foyle wrote on his Facebook page. "Thank you to the people of Orlando for your incredible support. I'm looking forward to my next adventure."

The dismissal came as a surprise as many outside the organization assumed he would be mentored by the Magic's new GM.

Orlando hired Rob Hennigan last week as their GM.

Josh Robbins/Orlando Sentinel

Tags: Orlando Magic, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss
David Morway Steps Down As GM Of Pacers

Jun 26, 2012 4:43 PM

David Morway has resigned as General Manager of the Pacers.

Morway was originally hired in January, 1999, as Vice President of Basketball Administration and was promoted to General Manager in April, 2008. When Morway was hired as General Manager of the Pacers, the franchise initiated a rebuilding plan that culminated this year with a 42-24 record and an appearance in the second round of the playoffs against the Miami Heat.

"I've had a terrific 13-plus years with the franchise,” said Morway. “The performance of this year's team both on and off the court was incredibly rewarding. To experience Bankers Life Fieldhouse full to the rafters again, with an energy reminiscent of the late 90s, and to see our fan base re-engaged and proud made it all worthwhile.

“While I deeply care about this franchise, sometimes change is important for everyone concerned. For the past year I have carefully and thoughtfully considered my personal, family and professional goals. After discussing all of these issues with our owner, Herb Simon, and Larry (Bird, President of Basketball Operations), I believe this is the right time to step away.

“I want to thank Mr. Simon, Larry, (former team president) Donnie Walsh and (team president) Jim Morris for the opportunity they gave me and the friendship and mentorship they provided. I also want to thank everyone associated with the franchise, including all of the players, our coaches and our terrific staff as well as the Indianapolis community and all of our fans for giving me and my family the opportunity to be part of Pacers’ basketball for the last 13-plus years"

“We are very appreciative of David’s efforts the entire time he has been here,” said Simon. “His work ethic and dedication to making this franchise better was unwavering through many good times and some difficult times. Whatever direction his professional future takes him, I’m certain he will have success and a positive impact.”

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Indiana Pacers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss
Neil Olshey Named Blazers' GM

Jun 4, 2012 8:38 PM

The Portland Trail Blazers have named Neil Olshey as the team's general manager.

"Neil is someone we've had on our radar for quite a while," said Larry Miller. "Over the past two seasons he has demonstrated success in constructing a roster, managing salary cap and evaluating player talent. We feel very fortunate to have him in Portland and are thrilled about what this means for the future."

Olshey had been working on a month-to-month agreement with the Clippers and had recently reached a tentative agreement on a new deal. 

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Los Angeles Clippers, Portland Trail Blazers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss
Wizards Announce Retention Of Randy Wittman

Jun 4, 2012 5:59 PM

Randy Wittman will return as the head coach of the Wizards for the 2012-13 season. 

“We are excited to bring Randy back as head coach and give him the opportunity to build on the positive momentum that the team showed under his leadership last season,” said Grunfeld. “We were very pleased with the development of our young players and the commitment to winning he instilled despite taking over the team under difficult circumstances.”

Wittman was originally named head coach of the Wizards on January 24, 2012, after Flip Saunders was relieved of his duties following the team’s 2-15 start. The Wizards finished 18-31 (.367) after Wittman took over the team and won eight of their final 10 games (including their last six in a row).

“I’m very appreciative of the opportunity that Mr. Leonsis and Ernie have given me and I’m thrilled to be returning to work with these players and this organization,” said Wittman. “I felt that we made significant progress throughout last season and we are all looking forward to having a full summer, training camp and season to continue to improve this team.”

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Washington Wizards, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss
Clippers Reach Agreement With Neil Olshey

Jun 1, 2012 9:05 PM

The Los Angeles Clippers have reached an agreement in principle with Vice President of Basketball Operations Neil Olshey.

Olshey had been operating under a month-to-month agreement.

The 2011-12 campaign marked Olshey's second season as the Clippers' Vice President of Basketball Operations and his ninth overall season with the organization. Olshey began his career as Director of Player Development prior to the start of the 2003-04 season and served as an assistant coach during the 2004-05 campaign before holding the title of Director of Player Personnel from 2005-08. 

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Los Angeles Clippers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA Misc Official Transaction

Discuss