4. Troy Weaver
One of the most respected names in NBA circles is Oklahoma City Thunder assistant general manager Troy Weaver. Weaver is one of the featured individuals on the personnel front, with an uncanny ability to spot promising young talent.
The New York Knicks may have valued free agency in the past, but the NBA Draft is the key to developing sustainability, and Weaver knows how to put it to use.
Weaver was the head scout for the Utah Jazz between 2004 and 2007, and was promoted to director of player personnel in 2007. He’s been the assistant general manager and vice president of the Thunder since 2010.
Entrenched in one of the most revered front offices in the NBA, Weaver is widely regarded as one of the next in line as far as general manager jobs are concerned.
By hiring Weaver, the Knicks would be making a conscious effort to embrace the future. Weaver will put the NBA Draft to great use and hire a staff that will emphasize the acquisition of players who fit the culture he hopes to build.
For what it’s worth: Weaver is the individual responsible for recruiting current New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony to play at Syracuse in 2002-03.