The Sacramento Kings introduced right this moment that B.J. Armstrong has been named assistant common supervisor. Armstrong will report back to common supervisor Scott Perry.
“B.J. has an elite understanding of the sport, and his basketball IQ, entrance workplace perception, and championship expertise shall be invaluable as we construct in direction of the long run,” stated common supervisor Scott Perry. “He’s been a trusted advisor to me and lots of others within the basketball world for years, and I’m assured his perspective and management will make a big affect on our group.”
Armstrong brings over 30 years of NBA expertise to Sacramento. After taking part in 11 seasons within the NBA (1989-2000), Armstrong joined the Chicago Bulls entrance workplace earlier than departing in 2005. He then joined Wasserman as an agent and represented a number of NBA gamers together with Derrick Rose, the No. 1 choose within the 2008 NBA Draft and the youngest participant to ever be named the NBA’s Most Precious Participant.
Armstrong was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 1989 and performed for them for six seasons, profitable three NBA championships (1991, 1992, 1993). He additionally frolicked with the Golden State Warriors (1995-1996), Charlotte Hornets (1996-1997), Orlando Magic (1997-1999), and returned to the Bulls for one closing season (1999-2000). Armstrong was named an NBA All-Star in 1994. Over 11 seasons, Armstrong averaged 9.8 factors and three.3 assists per sport.
