Grew up about 10 miles from me went to Da U.. helped bring our hometown Heat 2 titles.. nothing but love for JJ congrats man. Barry Gossage Getty Images. Teams and players can renegotiate guarantee dates but no later than January 7 each year. Now there are five Black general manager-head coach duos in the NBA, including Clevelands Koby Altman and J.B. Bickerstaff, the Houston Rockets Rafael Stone and Stephen Silas, the Detroit Pistons Troy Weaver and Dwane Casey, and Dallas Mavericks newcomers Nico Harrison and Jason Kidd. Please enter a valid email and try again. We all know from years past, Sarvers transaction approvals are often heavily influenced by his own personal perception of the players in question. 21+ (18+ NH/WY). I dont take it for granted. James Jones signed a 1 year, $885,000 contract with the Green Bay Packers, including an average annual salary of $885,000. Jones has already made numerous bold moves with the Phoenix Suns roster in his tenure. On taking the extension during the Sarver investigation, Jones added: This organization, business and basketball, its good. He missed one game as a DNP-CD. Getting to see people achieve at the highest level, Jones previously told The Undefeated. While the Ishbias might appreciate the effort, they could also place more demerits against Jones job performance for it. [2][34] He was on the inactive list for 21 games. Phoenix Suns general manager James Jones (left) presents the NBA Cares Community Assist Award to Devin Booker (right). Im happy for those guys. How will it look this time around? and "JHoops" (pronounced Joops). Second-rounders: Dwayne Collins (2010-60th), Cenk Akyol (2005-59th), Milos Vujanic (2002-36th), Ron Ellis (1992-49th), Non-Bird: Langston Galloway ($1,669,178), ETwaun Moore ($1,669,178). PF: Jae Crowder, Cameron Johnson, Jalen Smith . A franchise with rich history at the center position, the Los Angeles Lakers went into the 2018-19 NBA season with JaVale McGee the only viable big man. Not like the LeBrons and the ADs [Anthony Davis] and the Devins [Devin Booker] dont deserve respect. He never played for a team that finished below .500 and only once missed the playoffs, winning NBA titles with the Heat in 2012 and 2013, and with the Cavaliers in 2016. [1] He started all 28 games his senior year, averaging 16.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.8 blocks, earning Honorable Mention All-Big East and Second-team Verizon Academic All-American recognition. [13][14] He missed 12 games from February 4 to 27 with a knee injury. Mike Budenholzers Job With Bucks In Jeopardy? While awards and accolades are cool and all, the true impact that can elevate a good team to a great one (or title contender) lies in the ability to find hidden gems or diamonds in the rough. That season was the only time in Jones's NBA career that he missed the playoffs. Story soon on ESPN: Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver is leaning toward the eventual hiring of interim general manager James Jones as the franchise's full-time GM, league sources tell ESPN. Jones told The Undefeated that the Sarver investigation didnt give me pause in accepting the contract extension with the Suns. Im thrilled to add an individual with Jeffs experience and basketball acumen to our front office, said Jones. In 2009-10, Bower served as New Orleans head coach for the final 73 games of the season, posting a 34-39 record. And to have the success that were having, its so much fun. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Its not an accident: Suns general manager James Jones has made most of opportunity. [20], On July 9, 2008, Jones signed a contract with his hometown team, the Miami Heat. He is one of the main editors of Basketballinsiders. Well earned. Jones is proud to be part of that progress for Black sports executives and is hopeful for more. [9] He played in 75 games, starting 24, for the Suns during the 200506 season, averaging 9.3 points, 3.4 rebounds and 23.6 minutes per game. Jones accepted the award, but declined to be interviewed during the entire NBA playoffs because he preferred the focus be on his players. Jeff brings a wealth of knowledge in every facet of basketball operations, is of high character and well respected in league circles, and has a proven track record of influencing organizational success. Changed the culture from a 19 win team to the best team in the NBA For non-tax paying teams, of which the Suns are currently one, there are 3 rules when it comes to matching salary; If outgoing salary is < $6,533,333 then incoming salary can be 175% + $100,000. He is both the president of basketball operations and general manager for the Phoenix Suns. [38], On July 25, 2015, Jones re-signed with the Cavaliers. And he likely had a heavy influence on the No. 8/6/21 Renounced the rights to Cheick Diallo and Tariq Owens. PHOENIX The Phoenix Suns announced today they have named James Jones as general manager. During his playing career, Jones was one of the top executives with the National Basketball Players Association, spending several years on the NBPAs executive committee as secretary-treasurer. Bower later dealt a package centered on Harris to acquire Blake Griffin, who this season led the Pistons back to the Playoffs as he returned to the NBA All-Star Game for the first time since 2015. Several of the most important players in the Suns lineup including Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton, and Mikal Bridges were acquired by the previous front office regime. I got credit for their works. [67], Jones is a Christian. Looking back, Jones described his honor as a team award and explained why he preferred to be low-key about it. Jones played college basketball for the Miami Hurricanes of the University of Miami, where he was a three-year starter and finished his career averaging 11 points per game. * Teams and players can agree to push back cut-down dates but not past January 7 each year. Thats where our joy comes from here, is that every day we get a chance to go out there and compete, and try to build the resiliency, the habits and the capacity to win a title. 10/19/21 First day of the 2021-22 regular season. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800 GAMBLER. As Detroits general manager, Bower made a series of transactions including trades to acquire Tobias Harris and Reggie Jackson, the teams two leading scorers in 2015-16s return to the postseason. [2] He won his second championship when the Heat defeated the San Antonio Spurs in seven games. There are undoubtedly more Ws than Ls on the transaction score sheet. Jones presence in the Finals also puts a spotlight on Black executives in the NBA. [1] He was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. Before the first day of the 2023-24 season Extension deadline for Jalen Smith. His nickname is "Champ". [70] Jones appeared on the television show Kitchen Nightmares in 2010. Your weekly roundup of Phoenix Suns news, rumors, notes and videos from the prior week plus a preview of the week to come. Jones missed 36 games due to right wrist injures and was a DNP-CD six games. If you were amazed by Stephen Curry's record-setting performance on Sunday, you weren't the only one. Because of this, the Suns are a work team, what they commonly refer to themselves as. Void in ONT. Dario Saric 2020-21 Salary: $9,250,000 First off, the trade where Phoenix acquired Saric and Cam Johnson for the 6th pick from Minnesota is. 8/1/21 Chris Paul opted out of his final season. He not only has to work on making the best on-court product he can, hes also got to start thinking about the desires of the new buyers. [2] He also runs a camp called Crew 22 Training Camp. The goal is to get to the Finals and give yourself a shot. Phoenix Suns Salary Cap Numbers . And thats all we can ask for.. With the surprising improvement in the bubble, Jones orchestrated another major trade in November 2020, this time trading Kelly Oubre Jr., Ricky Rubio, Ty Jerome, Jalen Lecque, and a protected 2022 first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Abdel Nader and All-Star point guard Chris Paul. 9/14/21 No-aggregation restriction lifts on Landry Shamet. Miami Gardens native James Jones was named General Manager of the Phoenix Suns in 2019 and is a leading candidate for 2021 NBA Executive of the Year. 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The award is voted on by NBA execs rather than by media members. Or, in just one word, winners. Its no surprise he was the perfect person to do that after Jones nickname in the veteran stages of his playing career was Champ. The nickname was bestowed to Jones by LeBron James and company for Jones consistent, professional presence and work rate, the true conduct of a champion. For a midseason salary-adding trade to really pan out, the Suns would have to arguably go on a longer postseason run to replace the luxury tax bill with playoff profits. Every move he makes will influence the new owners decisions this summer. [8][2], Jones was traded by the Pacers to the Phoenix Suns on August 25, 2005, in exchange for a 2008 second-round draft pick. What? Now, there's some evidence to support that. [73], "Miami natives James Jones, Andre Johnson set to join UM Sports Hall of Fame", "Trail Blazers Acquire James Jones and Draft Rights to Rudy Fernandez, Waive Steve Francis", "Brawl haunted Pacers, but led to James Jones thriving", "NBA & ABA Single Season Leaders and Records for Turnover Pct", "Blazers edge Sonics, ending 5-game skid", "James Jones' NBA luck goes far deeper than LeBron James", "Jones opts out of contract, becomes free agent", "Jones signs five-year contract with hometown Heat", "Has The Magic Opened Eyes To James Jones? In his role, Bukstein combines his knowledge in the interpretation and application of the leagues Collective Bargaining Agreement, salary cap management, trade and contract negotiations and scouting with his proficiency as a talent evaluator. He finished third in the NBA in three-point percentage during the 200708 season and won the Three-Point Contest in 2011. 1 overall pick have been mischaracterized. Here's their methodology: "OnlineBetting.coms experts compared the win/loss percentage of the teams current GM with the previous five years before his tenure. It creates an awesome experience for everyone involved. Suns-Nuggets preview, Pt.1: Can Deandre Ayton stifle Nikola Jokic again. It was his first start since April 2, 2015. Bower had previously served two terms as general manager of the Charlotte/New Orleans Hornets from 2001-2003 and 2005-2010. . However, Jones has made a handful of key moves since taking the reins, including hiring Monty Williams as the clubs head coach. I just try to sit back and observe, and give an objective perspective to what we do, Jones said. If youve read me in the past, then you already know Ive sung my James Jones praises from the rooftops. And in this league, if you dont win, you go home. A member of the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame, Jones starred collegiately for the Hurricanes while earning a degree in finance. He traded back from Nos. It did not work with Jalen Smith. He played 14 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Same goes for the Shawn Marion/Shaquille ONeal trade he reportedly brokered with Heat owner Micky Arison. [23] He completed two four-point plays in a span of eleven seconds in a playoff loss to the Atlanta Hawks on April 29, 2009. ESPN Stats & Info: LeBron James and Stephen Curry have combined for 60,364 career regular season points, the 2nd-most by opposing players entering any playoff series in NBA history. During his tenure, Jones hired Monty Williams, who was the NBCA Coach of the Year last season. Not only has Dario revived his career in Phoenix, but hes reinvented himself as a stretch five that they can run the offense through. By using this website you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. This trade deadline they couldve done the same, and they once again did not. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). The hard part is over. [1] During his time at Miami, he majored in finance, was a member of the National Honor Society, and had a 3.41 grade point average. PHOENIX The Phoenix Suns announced today they have named James Jones as general manager. 7/29/21 Drafted DayRon Sharpe (2021-29th). All & all I think he has very much damaged the future of the team, upset his star (Ayton) just a bad GM if you ask me! The Suns have signed general manager James Jones to a contract extension, he confirmed to Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated. James Jones knows a thing or two about that. The NBA announced prior to Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals that Phoenix Suns general manager James Jones has been selected as the 2020-21 NBA Executive of the Year. Got Monty Williams as coach Booker became an NBA All-Star for the second time. 10/18/21 Extension deadline for Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges. He was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. Now, there's some evidence to support that. The Denver Nuggets' bench has rounded into form this postseason and could be a tough matchup for the Phoenix Suns. [52] Jones played in 48 games, starting 2, for the Cavaliers during the 201617 season while averaging 2.8 points, 0.8 rebounds and 7.9 minutes a game.[34]. Bower was the teams assistant general manager for the 2000-01 season before serving as general manager from 2001-2003. A daily roundup of Phoenix Suns news from Bright Side of the Sun, By submitting your email, you agree to our, James Jones just keeps winning on the margins, Monty and the Suns need to realize that Shamet aint it. You know what I mean? The Phoenix Suns have signed general manager James Jones to a multiyear contract extension, he confirmed to The Undefeated. One of his first roster moves in 2019 was trading No. Jones has declined to be interviewed during the NBA playoffs because he prefers the focus be on his players. [55], During the 2019 off-season, Jones orchestrated changes that appeared questionable on the surface, such as firing head coach Igor Kokokov after only one season[56] (albeit hiring Monty Williams soon afterward),[57] executing multiple trades in the 2019 NBA draft, including T. J. Warren to the Indiana Pacers for cash considerations, trading down from the 6th pick to pick up both Dario ari and the 11th draft pick (Cameron Johnson) from the Minnesota Timberwolves, and trading a late 2020 first round pick to the Boston Celtics for Aron Baynes and the 24th pick (Ty Jerome),[58] and even picking up Ricky Rubio in free agency via trading multiple picks and players with the Memphis Grizzlies to free up more salary. If/when the Ishbias take over midseason, they will be on the hook for current-year salaries and, eventually, the luxury tax bill thats already over $30 million. Marc J. Spears is the senior NBA writer for Andscape. But just as those types of criticisms begin to float to the surface, they get drowned out by reaching for Johnson in what looks to be a bad draft class, the Paul trade, getting Torrey Craig for nothing, revitalizing Cam Payne, signing Jae Crowder, bringing in Bismack Biyombo and on and on. This doesnt necessarily mean Sarver or Garvin would veto a trade that makes the Suns better. PHOENIX James Jones made a rare public appearance on the Phoenix Suns Arena floor before Game 2 of the NBA Finals to present star guard Devin Booker with the NBA Cares Community Assist Award. The roster included Moritz Wagner and Ivica . Adding a few million to the luxury tax bill is relatively incidental to a $2 billion windfall on a $4 billion valuation, whenever the sale is finally done. [1], Jones played college basketball for the Miami Hurricanes of the University of Miami from 1999 to 2003. He averaged 25.2 points, 12 rebounds, 2.5 assists, two steals, and six blocks per game his senior season, earning First-team All-State and First-team All-Dade honors. In 2018, he was named the Suns co-interim general manager alongside Trevor Bukstein and, a year later, the team removed the interim tag from Jones title to make him general manager. [38], On August 5, 2014, Jones signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jones knew what he was doing! He also acquired and re-signed All-Star guard Chris Paul while building a roster that reached the NBA Finals in 2021 and entered Tuesday an NBA-best 37-9 this season. He actually understands what the job entails and how to do it. Jones will oversee all basketball operations for the team with Bower and Bukstein reporting to him. Note: Two-Way Contracts pay $462,629 for the full 2021-22 season, pro-rated based on in-season signing date. [37] He played in 20 games, starting 6, during the season, averaging 4.9 points, 1.2 rebounds and 11.8 minutes. Jones also was criticized for trading the draft rights to Jarrett Culver on July 6, 2019, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for the draft rights to Cameron Johnson and veteran forward Dario Saric. He also earned Big East All-Academic honors all four seasons and was the Hurricanes' first Verizon Academic All-American selection. In Paul, Jones gave Williams a future Hall of Fame point guard who he had previously worked with in New Orleans. He finished third place in the 2012 Three-Point Shootout in Orlando. Please be sure to give us a like on Facebook, subscribe to us on YouTube and follow us on Twitter @InsideTheSunsSI for news, updates, analysis and more! Season: Team: Salary: 2016/17 And you dont do the things that we do in a vacuum. The Suns defeated the Lakers 117-105. He played 14 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Jones was scrutinized during the early part of his general manager stint. 8/6/21 Traded Jevon Carter and DayRon Sharpe (2021-29th) to the Brooklyn Nets for Landry Shamet. James Jones' expert execution as GM of Suns earns him well-deserved extension Jan 25, 2022, 6:45 PM Owner Robert Sarver and general manager James Jones of the Phoenix Suns look on. And taking that approach, I say, I need to just sit back, and listen, and watch, and not lean on my experiences as a player for the reason that I dont want to overweigh. Youre looking at six rotations players or 40(!) Paul is also close with Jones. He was named Third-team All-Big East his junior year and Second-team Verizon Academic All-American his senior year. Breaking down the Golden State-Los Angeles matchup with 3 things to watch, 1 X-factor and a series prediction. Jones retired as a player after the 2016-17 season and was named the Suns vice president of basketball operations that summer. Imagine Jones adding to that bill, only to see his team fail to make the playoffs or get out of the first round. 2015-16 Depth Chart He has continued his impressive run and continues to gain the trust of the front office and coaching staff. PG: Chris Paul, Cameron Payne, Elfrid Payton Donnie Druin is the Publisher for All Cardinals and Inside The Suns. [17] He played in 58 games, starting 3, during the season while averaging 8.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 22.0 minutes per game. You always have respect for guys who come the hard way, Williams said to The Undefeated about Jones in 2019. The option is worth a little over $14.1 million, but the Browns have time to re-work a longer-term contract for Wills and lower that number on their 2024 salary cap. Oops. [40] The Cavaliers won the Eastern Conference championship and advanced to the NBA Finals. And if you have the right mix of people, if you have common goals and youre aligned, it makes working, coming to work every day exciting. That authority includes veto power over any trades that bring back a player making more than the league average of $10.9 million. Currently, there are 11 African American general managers in the league, as well as Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri, who is Nigerian. What a schmuck. 8/16/21 Signed JaVale McGee to a $5 million contract, via the non-taxpayer mid-level exception. 8/6/21 Re-signed Chris Paul to a partially-guaranteed four-year $120 million contract. James Jones, Suns general manager (Matt Layman/Arizona Sports) . sms. When it started to get close, it was one of those deals where I was like, holy smokes, like, this could be really good, Williams said of the Paul trade. The Suns will need more than a Tesla motor to stop the two-time MVP. My responsibility is always motivating me to be better, Jones said in December 2019 to The Undefeated. The finances of NFL, NHL and NBA are largely controlled by a salary cap in each sport, with some flexibility in the NBA. [15][2] Jones finished the 200708 season third in the league in three-point percentage with a percentage of 44.4%.

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