Sam Presti Honored as NBA's Top Executive After Thunder's Record-Breaking Season
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Sam Presti, the executive vice president and general manager of the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been named the 2024-25 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year. This recognition comes after the Thunder achieved a franchise-best 68-14 record and set an NBA record for scoring differential. Presti, who has been with the Thunder since 2007, credited the team's players for their commitment and professionalism. The Thunder's successful season included a sweep of the Memphis Grizzlies in the playoffs before losing to the Denver Nuggets in the conference semifinals.
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Sam Presti was named the 2024-25 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year.
The Oklahoma City Thunder had a record-breaking season with a 68-14 record, the best in franchise history.
The Thunder set an NBA record for scoring differential, outscoring opponents by 12.9 points per game.
Presti credited the players' commitment and professionalism for the team's success.
The Thunder swept the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round of the playoffs but lost to the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the conference semifinals.
Presti has been the Thunder's GM since 2007 and previously worked with the San Antonio Spurs.
Presti received 10 first-place votes and 74 total points in the voting by NBA executives.
