Stephen LaTreal McNair (February 14, 1973 ... Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they deal with his untimely passing. Marvin Bagley’s injury could open up a greater role for Tyrese Haliburton, and Monte McNair’s decisions at the trade deadline will reveal his strategy for the team SACRAMENTO, Calif. —- The Sacramento Kings announced today that Joe Dumars has been named Chief Strategy Officer. The Kings on Thursday also named Joe Dumars their chief strategy officer. "I would like to thank Vivek for this opportunity and look forward to becoming a part of the Sacramento community.". Per team policy, terms […] the NBA Privacy Center, it will apply to data controlled independently by the NBA. McNair had been the Houston Rockets’ assistant general manager since 2018 and will be replacing Vlade Divac, who stepped down as the Kings’ general manager last month. “I am excited to bring his extensive experience and vision onboard to lead our basketball operations department, and it is my pleasure to welcome Monte and his family to Sacramento.”, “I am thrilled to join the Kings organization and honored to shape the franchise’s bright future for the team’s loyal fans,” said McNair. Filed Under: Sacramento Kings, Vlade Divac. NBA Privacy Center | During his time in Houston, the organization reached the NBA Playoffs over the course of eight consecutive seasons, including two trips to the Western Conference Finals, while amassing seven seasons with 50+ wins. Prior to that, McNair led the analytic efforts of the Rockets basketball operations department where he worked closely with Houston’s coaching staff to provide on-court strategy and analysis along with opponent preparation. Do Not Sell My Personal Information | This site is operated jointly by NBA and WarnerMedia. Copyright © 2021 NBA Media Ventures, LLC. He graduated in 1958 with a Bachelor of Science degree. The team announced the move to replace Vlade Divac on Thursday, making McNair the team’s top basketball executive reporting to owner Vivek Ranadivé. McNair is a Southern California native who spent 13 years working for the Rockets. 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He joined the Kings in 2019 as special adviser to the general manager and was named interim executive vice president of basketball operations when Divac stepped down. A virtual introductory press conference will be held at a later date. "I am excited to bring his extensive experience and vision onboard to lead our basketball operations department, and it is my pleasure to welcome Monte and his family to Sacramento." WarnerMedia Privacy Center | Before joining the Rockets, McNair worked as a sports programmer and researcher at STATS LLC. SportsMoney. In this role, McNair will … In this role, McNair will be responsible for all decisions made in the Kings basketball operations department and serve as the team’s top basketball executive reporting to the owner and chairman. Monte McNair Named Sacramento Kings’ New General Manager. Perhaps, his … McNair will take over a team that appears to be on the cusp of legitimate contention for a postseason berth. McNair grew up in Forest City, North Carolina, a town of about 7,500 in the foothills of western North Carolina. Monte McNair’s future with the Sacramento Kings. The Kings went 31-41 this season in the first year under coach Luke Walton. Marvin Bagley of the Kings, guarding the guy the Kings passed on to pick Marvin Bagley. The team announced the move to replace Vlade Divac on Thursday, making McNair the teams top basketball executive reporting to owner Vivek Ranadiv. We immediately think of his family, his boys. September 17, 2020 at 7:32 am. Share to Facebook. "I want to thank Vivek for this opportunity and look forward to supporting both sides of the business as we work together to build the successful future that this franchise and community deserves," Dumars said. If you make a request through the WarnerMedia Privacy Center, They are all in our thoughts and prayers. That’s the longest active drought and one shy of the NBA record. “Monte is one of the NBA’s top basketball minds who has played an instrumental role in building several winning teams in Houston,” said Kings Owner and Chairman Vivek Ranadivé. “I am excited to bring his extensive experience and vision onboard to lead our basketball operations department, and it is my pleasure to welcome Monte and his family to Sacramento.” New regime replaces Vlade Divac. When new Kings general manager Monte McNair was introduced to the media earlier this week, one of the first things he did was confirm that head coach Luke Walton will remain in his current position for the 2020/21 season, as we relayed on Wednesday. Meredith McNair Music. Over his 13 years with the Rockets, McNair was involved with all aspects of player evaluation, including trade, free agency and the Draft. Monte McNair, the VP of Basketball Operations for the Rockets, participated in a panel with Scott Brooks, Mike Brown, and Vinny Del Negro at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. Texans chairman and chief executive officer Cal McNair and his wife, Hannah McNair, helped distribute food Sunday morning to 5,000 families at NRG Stadium at a Houston Food Bank event.