After first turning down the Detroit Pistons in May after he was fired by the Phoenix Suns, Monty Williams apparently has accepted the Pistons Godfather offer to become the team's new head coach.
DETROIT – The Motor City Cruise announced today that Rob Murphy has been named President and General Manager for the Detroit Pistons NBA G League affiliate. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The former collegiate head coach will oversee basketball operations for the team while using his deep connections within the Detroit community and administrative acumen to grow and oversee business operations for the franchise.
“Rob Murphy is the perfect person to lead the Motor City Cruise and we are pleased to welcome him to the Pistons organization,” said Arn Tellem, Vice Chairman for the Detroit Pistons. “His basketball knowledge is well documented and given that he was born and raised in Detroit, Rob’s relationships throughout the city and region will help drive business and growth opportunities for the future.”
Cleveland, which has lost 11 of 13 going into Monday's game against Golden State, is hoping to get future assets by trading away two-time All-Star center Andre Drummond.