Lakers Make Unique Hire for Assistant GM: Report
Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired Rohan Ramadas as their new assistant general manager. Ramadas, a former vice president for the New Orleans Pelicans and a rocket scientist by training, will focus on strategy, salary cap management, analytics, and data for the team.Key Facts
- The Lakers are looking to improve their team and return to the NBA championship game next season.
- Rohan Ramadas will work under Lakers president and general manager Rob Pelinka.
- Ramadas previously worked as vice president of strategy and operations for the New Orleans Pelicans.
- He graduated from the University of Southern California.
- Ramadas spent ten years working at The Aerospace Corporation before moving into sports.
- He is considered a "rocket scientist" because of his aerospace background.
- His role will emphasize strategy, salary cap planning, and data analysis.
- The Lakers hope his unique background will help advance the team’s future, especially as LeBron James may retire soon.
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