The Sacramento Kings have made a strategic move in their front office, finalizing a deal to hire BJ Armstrong as the assistant general manager under newly appointed GM Scott Perry.
According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Armstrong, a three-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, will bring over two decades of experience as a player and player agent to the Kings’ front office.
Armstrong, who played 11 NBA seasons from 1989 to 2000, is now set to transition into a significant leadership role within Sacramento’s rebuilding efforts. His extensive background as a player agent will help the Kings navigate the evolving dynamics of team-building and player development.
His appointment comes at a critical time for the Kings, who are under new management and seeking to regain competitiveness in the tough Western Conference.
The Kings are entering a pivotal offseason after a disappointing end to the 2024-25 campaign. Sacramento finished 40-42, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season following a loss to the Dallas Mavericks in the play-in tournament.
With a new general manager in place, Scott Perry has made it clear that the franchise needs to focus on roster reconstruction, particularly targeting the need for a traditional point guard and additional frontcourt versatility.
“More length and athleticism along the front line” and a true point guard are key to Perry’s vision for the Kings’ future, he stated. His evaluation of the current roster will be pivotal in determining the team’s direction.
Armstrong’s hiring marks the latest in a series of changes within the Kings’ organization. The team parted ways with head coach Mike Brown and traded franchise guard De’Aaron Fox midseason. Doug Christie was first named interim head coach before being promoted to a permanent role and has since been tasked with turning the team’s culture around.
As the Kings continue to rebuild, the addition of Armstrong is expected to strengthen their front office and provide valuable insight into the development of both players and team strategy.
The Kings now look forward to making critical decisions, including their next head coach, as they aim to reestablish themselves as a playoff contender in the West.
