NBA Team Ownership and GM Dynamics

This chapter explores the crucial relationship between NBA team ownership and the effectiveness of General Managers (GMs). It analyzes how strong ownership impacts decision-making, the significance of analytics in hiring trends, and contrasts the potential of organizational structures across various franchises. Highlighting the successes and challenges faced by teams like the Clippers, Mavericks, and Celtics, the discussion emphasizes the importance of location, player dynamics, and the influence of media perception in shaping team strategies.