Terance Mann Joins Florida State Basketball as Assistant GM

Florida State University announced that Terance Mann, currently an active player with the Atlanta Hawks, has been appointed as the assistant general manager for the men's basketball program. This trend of hiring active NBA players as advisors for their former college teams is gaining traction, with Mann joining other notable players like Steph Curry and Trae Young in similar roles. Mann is a former standout for the Seminoles, where he achieved significant milestones during his college career, and he was drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2019 before being traded to the Hawks. The announcement reflects the growing collaboration between professional players and their alma maters as they seek to enhance recruitment and support for college programs. Although details about Mann's specific responsibilities were not disclosed, his dual role as an NBA player and assistant GM highlights a unique intersection in the sports landscape.