Scott Perry, a seasoned NBA front-office executive, has returned to the Sacramento Kings as their new general manager, a position he previously held for three months in 2017. Perry takes over from Monte McNair, who departed following the Kings' 120-106 loss to Dallas in a Western Conference play-in game. Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé expressed gratitude for McNair's contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors.
With 25 years of experience in NBA front-office roles, Perry faces the task of improving a Kings team that finished with a disappointing 40-42 record. His priorities include finding a permanent head coach and enhancing the team's roster. Interim coach Doug Christie has expressed interest in the full-time coaching position, emphasizing his commitment to the Kings after their recent loss. Perry's extensive background includes stints with the Detroit Pistons, Seattle SuperSonics, Orlando Magic, and New York Knicks, with his return to the Kings marked by a swift hiring process following McNair's departure.