The Kings' New Game Plan: Scott Perry Steps In

The Sacramento Kings didn't waste any time after their season ended. They quickly found a new general manager. Scott Perry, a seasoned executive with over 25 years in the NBA, is the new hire. He has worked with several teams, including the Detroit Pistons, Seattle SuperSonics, Orlando Magic, and New York Knicks. Perry's experience with involved owners could be a big plus for the Kings. He has worked with Vivek Ranadive before, the current owner of the Kings. This isn't Perry's first rodeo with the Kings. He was their vice president of basketball operations back in 2017. He left to become the Knicks' general manager, a role he held until 2023. The Kings also considered other candidates for the job. Calvin Booth, the former general manager of the Denver Nuggets, and Joe Dumars, a Hall of Famer who recently joined the New Orleans Pelicans, were both in the mix. But in the end, it was Perry who got the nod. Perry's influence will likely extend to the coaching staff. Doug Christie, the interim coach, seems to have a good shot at keeping his job. However, nothing is set in stone yet. Christie himself has expressed his desire to stay and finish what he started. The Kings' previous general manager, Monte McNair, had a notable run. He was named the NBA's Executive of the Year just two years ago. Under his leadership, the team broke a 16-season playoff drought. Now, the pressure is on Perry to keep the momentum going. The future of key players like Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine hangs in the balance. It's a big task, but Perry has a proven track record. He has turned things around before. Can he do it again in Sacramento?