I know the trial decision is today, but I figured it'd be interesting to provide a preview to the Sonics' offseason. The NBA off-season will be extremely busy for Sam Presti and the Sonics' front office. Here are three things he needs to keep in mind during this important time: Cut the Loose Pieces The Sonics can even make more cap space by not retaining guys like Ronald Dupree or Francisco Elson. They won't play next year and the only purpose they serve is to take a spot on the roster. Also...Read Full Story
"I view the San Antonio Spurs as the premier franchise in our business. And Sam Presti had clearly had an important role within that organization, contributed to their winning and how they do business," Sonics owner Clay Bennett said.
"But that is not why he got the job."
"He got the job because of who he is, how he does things. ... He is thoughtful. He is methodical. He is measured."Read Full Story
P.J. Carlesimo will return to coach the SuperSonics next season, the team’s general manager said Thursday, ending speculation he might be fired after the worst season in Seattle history.
At an event introducing Kevin Durant as the NBA Rookie of the Year, GM Sam Presti declared what Carlesimo, who was standing about 15 feet away, did not yet know.
At an event Thursday introducing Kevin Durant as Rookie of the Year, Sonics GM Sam Presti said P.J. Carlesimo will return to coach the team next...Read Full Story
Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Sam Presti". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article...Read Full Story
What do you expect of aviation as flight technology advances? More than a century after the Wright Brothers triumphed on a wind-beaten North Carolina beach, aviation researchers have the technology to take flight in any number of directions. The Future ...
Most of my favorite teams are rivals with Seattle's clubs. I'm a huge Los Angeles Galaxy fan, and I can tell you that the Sounders are one of MLS's most supported clubs. I'll never forget how they filled up CenturyLink Field for last year's opening match ...
Frankly, it’s shocking that nobody has made a found-footage superhero film before now. Both genres have experienced an explosion in recent years, and the low-budget aesthetic of found-footage narratives (the classic example is The Blair Witch Project, the most recent is the Paranormal Activity series) makes the requisite special effects of a superhero movie much more affordable. Someone finally did the math, and about, say, two years later...
Paul Pierce passed Larry Bird on Tuesday night to move to second ... Ray Allen for cap space years later and the pittance of a draft pick that turned out to be Jeff Green (one of GM Sam Presti's rare missteps). He's lucky that Presti didn't try to grab ...
The five most interesting stories, rumors and notes in the NBA: 1. Back in the game? Tonight's visit by Oklahoma City to the Rose Garden should bring the usual smattering of Seattle fans showing up in SuperSonics jerseys. It happens every time ...
The beginning of this season has been crazy for everyone. How crazy do you think it has been for coach Scott Brooks? "Scott deserves a tremendous amount of credit for keeping our guys focused in such a unique year. Scott has done a great job of identifying ...
The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed guard Russell Westbrook to a multi-year extension, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti. Multiple reports say the deal is for five years and $78 million.
“We are thrilled to solidify Russell’s future with the Thunder,” said Presti. “Since we arrived in Oklahoma City, [...]
Ledger - Sam Presti owes becoming the youngest general manager in the NBA to a homesick teammate at Emerson College. Eight years ago, Presti, captain of the basketball team at Boston's renowned sc
4/22/06: Playoff Preparation With the post-season set to begin I thought it would be a good time to look at how teams across the league prepare for what is hopefully a long run in the play-offs.
E-mail Sam | Blog Archive | More About Sam Presti | More Spurs.com Features. Sam Presti, Assistant General Manager Sam first joined the Spurs as an intern in the summer of 2000, and the 29-year-old ..
Seattle Post Intelligencer - SEATTLE -- The Sonics have named Sam Presti as their general manager. The 30-year-old San Antonio assistant general manager replaces Rick Sund who was demoted to consultan