Walsh Hires Two Execs
Posted by Dan on August 21, 2008
John Gabriel and Misho Ostarcevic have been hired by team president Donnie Walsh. It has been reported by the New York Times:
“John Gabriel, a former N.B.A. executive of the year with the Orlando Magic, has joined the Knicks’ revamped front office and will assume a major role in rebuilding the roster after seven straight losing seasons.
“Donnie Walsh, the team president, appointed Gabriel as the director of pro scouting and free agency, a newly created position. Gabriel’s primary duty will be evaluating current N.B.A. players, with an eye toward future trades and free-agent signings.
“Gabriel is well versed in the art of rebuilding. He was the Magic’s general manager from 1996 to 2004, a period in which the franchise lost Shaquille O’Neal to free agency and traded Penny Hardaway, but restocked by obtaining Grant Hill and Tracy McGrady.
“Also joining the Knicks’ front office is Misho Ostarcevic, who will be the director of player personnel. Ostarcevic was Walsh’s international scout with the Pacers.”
I wonder if these guys are Eddy Curry guys or Zach Randolph guys. We’ll see what kind of roles these new execs play as Walsh attempts to get under the cap for the big off-season summer of 2010.
