Sacramento Kings appoint Scott Perry as new general manager

The Sacramento Kings have hired longtime NBA executive Scott Perry as their new general manager following the departure of Monte McNair, with hopes of returning the franchise to the playoffs after missing out for two consecutive seasons. Perry, who previously served briefly with the Kings in 2017, will oversee basketball operations and report directly to owner Vivek Ranadive. Ranadive praised Perry's experience and track record in building competitive teams, emphasizing his alignment with the organization's vision for a winning culture. Perry expressed enthusiasm about rejoining the Kings, stating his eagerness to work with players and staff to move the team forward. His extensive NBA background includes pivotal roles with the Detroit Pistons, Seattle SuperSonics, Orlando Magic, and most recently, as general manager of the New York Knicks. This leadership change comes after the Kings snapped a 16-season playoff drought in 2022-23 but failed to secure playoff berths in subsequent years.