Monte McNair, who has been the general manager and president of basketball operations for the Sacramento Kings since 2020 after working 13 years in basketball operations with the Houston Rockets, is reportedly facing scrutiny in the 2025 offseason due to the Kings' recent regression. Following a disappointing past couple of seasons and the departure of De'Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs, McNair is said to be "on the hot seat" according to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto. There is speculation that McNair could potentially join Rafael Stone's staff with the Houston Rockets if he and the Kings part ways.
McNair, known for his analytical skills and player evaluation expertise, was instrumental in the success of the Rockets during his tenure with the team. He played a key role in the team's record-breaking season in 2017-18 and was involved in various aspects of basketball operations, including player evaluation, on-court strategy, and opponent preparation. With a background in computer science and prior experience at STATS LLC, McNair's contributions helped the Rockets secure playoff appearances for eight consecutive seasons from 2013 to 2020.