Monte McNair Exits as General Manager of the Sacramento Kings
In a significant development for the Sacramento Kings, Monte McNair has officially ended his tenure as the general manager of the franchise. Sources have confirmed to ESPN that the departure resulted from a mutual agreement between McNair and the team.
End of Season Departure
The Kings concluded their season on a disappointing note, suffering a 120-106 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks in the play-in tournament, finishing their playoff run as the No. 9 seed facing the No. 10 seed. This loss marked the end of a spirited campaign for the franchise.
Achievements Under McNair
- McNair served as GM for five seasons, during which he was honored as the NBA Executive of the Year in 2023.
- Under his leadership, the Kings ended a 16-year playoff drought by finishing with a record of 48-34.
- The franchise achieved a significant turnaround, securing 40 or more wins in three consecutive seasons, a feat not accomplished since the 2005-06 season.
- During McNair’s tenure, the Kings boasted a .488 win percentage, a marked improvement compared to the .362 win percentage prior to his arrival, which ranked as the second lowest in the NBA at that time.
Recent Changes in Management
This news follows closely on the heels of another change in the front office, as assistant GM Wes Wilcox departed to assume the role of general manager at the University of Utah’s men’s basketball team. Like McNair, Wilcox also had a five-season tenure with the Kings.
Looking Ahead
The Kings will be tasked with finding a new general manager to lead the team into the future as they seek to build on the successes achieved under McNair’s administration. As the organization navigates this transitional phase, fans and analysts alike are keen to see how the franchise will strategize for the upcoming seasons.