Best NBA GM in the league right now

[BigKAT]

I'm thinking its a toss up between Ainge (rebounded so quickly, plus that 08 masterpiece)

or maybe Presti. Say what you want about the guy, he drafts well.

KD, Westbrook, Harden, Ibaka, Steven Adams and such. Guy's got a good eye. Or good advisors, either way ,it works.

[LostCause]

Ainge has been great and you have to like how he accumulates assets while not completely being a shitshow like Philly has been, though the draft didn't go particularly well as he was unable to move any of those assets

Though for me it's easily RC Buford. Dude is just amazing at what he does and has a serious eye for finding gems late in the draft as well as players that fit the Spurs style of play and culture. I didn't even know the trade to get Kawhi was rough for Buford because almost no one thought it was worth it (Can see more about that here)
http://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/Spurs-trade-for-Leonard-arguably-their-best-6617799.php

Then more recently bringing in LMA who was probably the biggest real FA prize last season and also seamlessly fit into the club, etc. Drafting Dejounte Murray who is widely regarded as the steal of the draft

Guy just gets things done

Presti's done some excellent drafting as well

[BigKAT]

Ainge has been great and you have to like how he accumulates assets while not completely being a shitshow like Philly has been, though the draft didn't go particularly well as he was unable to move any of those assets

Though for me it's easily RC Buford. Dude is just amazing at what he does and has a serious eye for finding gems late in the draft as well as players that fit the Spurs style of play and culture. I didn't even know the trade to get Kawhi was rough for Buford because almost no one thought it was worth it (Can see more about that here)
http://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/Spurs-trade-for-Leonard-arguably-their-best-6617799.php

Then more recently bringing in LMA who was probably the biggest real FA prize last season and also seamlessly fit into the club, etc. Drafting Dejounte Murray who is widely regarded as the steal of the draft

Guy just gets things done

Presti's done some excellent drafting as well

The thing about the Buford/Duncan/Pop trio, is that they are all so amazing together that you can't help but wonder if some are not more responsible for this then others.

Does Pop becomes 'Pop' without duncan?
Does Duncan becomes what he is without Pop?
Does Buford becomes so acclaimed without duncan and pop to draw FA?

But definetly can't argue with his record.

[tamaraw08]

The thing about the Buford/Duncan/Pop trio, is that they are all so amazing together that you can't help but wonder if some are not more responsible for this then others.

Does Pop becomes 'Pop' without duncan?
Does Duncan becomes what he is without Pop?
Does Buford becomes so acclaimed without duncan and pop to draw FA?

But definetly can't argue with his record.
Great points
I was never a believer in Pops till about 5-6 years ago.
I can't see Duncan not doing well under any other coach, the guy is great.
But I base it Drafts, drafting Parker and esp Ginobli late in the 2nd round was just simply superb.
I was going to say finding Kawhi too, yes the guidance of Pops helps a ton but this kid is so hardworking and obedient, again can't see him not being successful with another club.
But my question who is the worst?
Sacramento?
Utah to me is also over rated, Hawks is going no where.

[TheWinningFam]

David griffin

[NBAGOAT]

masai ujiri deserves a mention. did a great job in denver and has done great things for toronto. Great haul in the Rudy Gay trade. resigned derozan and lowry's on a great contract. Raptors are one of the better organizations when it comes to analytics but Ujiri also started as a scout so he has that area covered too. This article is kind of old but kind of shows what I'm talking about, how the raptors are using film study and analytics together. http://grantland.com/features/the-toronto-raptors-sportvu-cameras-nba-analytical-revolution/

[LostCause]

Is Vlade Divac GM? Lol, whatever role he has in Sac, he's by far the worst at it

[Akrazotile]

David griffin


This. With an honorable mention to Lebron.

Lebron doesnt pick the players he plays with of course, but his tremendous versatility and high IQ is such an enormous help to GMs when it comes to finding talent that fits and putting a team together. Lebron should have at least a couple co-GMotY's. He's that important.

[BigKAT]

Great points
I was never a believer in Pops till about 5-6 years ago.
I can't see Duncan not doing well under any other coach, the guy is great.
But I base it Drafts, drafting Parker and esp Ginobli late in the 2nd round was just simply superb.
I was going to say finding Kawhi too, yes the guidance of Pops helps a ton but this kid is so hardworking and obedient, again can't see him not being successful with another club.
But my question who is the worst?
Sacramento?
Utah to me is also over rated, Hawks is going no where.

Definetly the worst GM in the NBA. What's with all the centers he has been drafting? damn. Sactown is the the NBA's suecide squad.




masai ujiri deserves a mention. did a great job in denver and has done great things for toronto. Great haul in the Rudy Gay trade. resigned derozan and lowry's on a great contract. Raptors are one of the better organizations when it comes to analytics but Ujiri also started as a scout so he has that area covered too. This article is kind of old but kind of shows what I'm talking about, how the raptors are using film study and analytics together. http://grantland.com/features/the-toronto-raptors-sportvu-cameras-nba-analytical-revolution/

Yes. I like his decision to go ''All in' on Derozen and Lowry. Worked well for him. Somewhat reminds me of GSW trading Ellis to let Curry bloom, despite Ellis being the much better player at the time.

[JohnMax]

Bob Myers

[BigKAT]

This. With an honorable mention to Lebron.

Lebron doesnt pick the players he plays with of course, but his tremendous versatility and high IQ is such an enormous help to GMs when it comes to finding talent that fits and putting a team together. Lebron should have at least a couple co-GMotY's. He's that important.

Your lebron fangirling aside-

You're not incorrect.
I really like his channig frye move this year,
And I can't stress enough how that Shumpert/Mozgov/JR smith move changed the history of the NBA.

Not to mention getting Mo williams in FA, that really helped when Kyrie was out. Definetly a great GM.

[D-Wait]

LeGM obviously. :rockon:

[bdreason]

Bob Myers.

[tamaraw08]

This. With an honorable mention to Lebron.

Lebron doesnt pick the players he plays with of course, but his tremendous versatility and high IQ is such an enormous help to GMs when it comes to finding talent that fits and putting a team together. Lebron should have at least a couple co-GMotY's. He's that important.
Yup, assembling a super team in Miami then joining Kyrie, beastie rebounder, an an Allstar PF etc

[Ca$H]

Bob Myers.

This. Dude has the potential to become the GOAT GM.

[sammichoffate]

Mitch Kupchak: Got Pau for Kwame
Enough said.
No but seriously, Lakers haven't missed on a pick for the last 3 years. He basically got a stud in Clarkson out of the 2nd round, plus drafted Nance Jr. when people were doubting him for not taking Kevon Looney instead. Only one he may have missed on was not taking Josh Richardson in 2015, but they already had Clarkson so it's all good. The Mozgov signing though :(

[Ca$H]

Mitch Kupchak: Got Pau for Kwame
Enough said.
No but seriously, Lakers haven't missed on a pick for the last 3 years. He basically got a stud in Clarkson out of the 2nd round, plus drafted Nance Jr. when people were doubting him for not taking Kevon Looney instead. Only one he may have missed on was not taking Josh Richardson in 2015, but they already had Clarkson so it's all good. The Mozgov signing though :(

Looney is healthy now. Bob Myers got the next Tristan Thompson with the 30th pick. :rockon:

[Annyong!]

I'm thinking its a toss up between Ainge (rebounded so quickly, plus that 08 masterpiece)

or maybe Presti. Say what you want about the guy, he drafts well.

KD, Westbrook, Harden, Ibaka, Steven Adams and such. Guy's got a good eye. Or good advisors, either way ,it works.
Based on the current Thunder, you can call Presti a good drafter, but not good overall given that he lost KD, Ibaka, and Harden.

[r0drig0lac]

Buford, it is not even close