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Wizards Name Antwan Jamison As Director of Pro-Personnel
The Washington Wizards have announced the addition of two-time Wizards All-Star Antwan Jamison to the team’s front office staff.
Additionally, Laron Profit and John Carideo as scouts to the team while naming Jamison director of Pro-Personnel.
In a statement Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard said:
“We are absolutely thrilled to bring Antawn back to the Wizards organization. In addition to his strong feel for the game and basketball knowledge, he has always been a true professional and a dedicated worker. We look forward to him bringing those qualities to our front office.”
Jamison joins the Wizards after spending two years with Los Angeles Lakers as a scout. Additionally, Jamison will work under pro-personnel Johnny Rogers.
In addition, he will lead efforts on the organization’s NBA and G League scouting as well as international efforts.
The 43-year-old was part of the Washington Wizards from 2004 to 2010. Additionally, averaged 20.8 points and 8.9 rebounds per game while also earning two All-Star selections.
Through his career he averaged 18.5 points and 7.5 rebouns in 1,083 games.
Jamison played with Golden State, Dallas, Washington, Cleveland, Lakers and Clippers.
Written by Edgar Gomez
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