Memphis, TN (SportsNetwork.com) – The Memphis Grizzlies signed general manager Chris Wallace to a contract extension on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
Wallace, who signed a multi-year deal, was serving as interim general manager\/director of player personnel since May 19 when Grizzlies controlling owner Robert Pera shook up the front office by firing CEO Jason Levien and director of player personnel Stu Lash.<\/p>\n
“We are very pleased to announce Chris Wallace as our general manager,” said Pera in a statement Tuesday. “Chris has been at the forefront and a stable presence throughout some of the Grizzlies’ greatest successes. His strong bonds and experience, not only within the organization and NBA but also within the Memphis and Mid-South communities, make him the ideal fit to lead our basketball operations. We believe Chris’ skills and expertise to be vital in our continued success of our franchise.”<\/p>\n
Wallace joined the Grizzlies’ front office on June 18, 2007 and assembled much of the talent that has helped guide the franchise to a club-record four consecutive playoff appearances.<\/p>\n
“I am honored to remain in Memphis. I love the city and the community,” said Wallace. “Robert Pera is strongly committed to the success of the Grizzlies, and I am excited to continue working in tandem with Robert, our front office and our coaching staff in helping realize his vision for the franchise.”<\/p>\n
Wallace has also worked for the Trail Blazers, Nuggets, Clippers, Knicks and Heat in various scouting roles before a 10-year stint as general manager of the Boston Celtics from 1997-2007.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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