Former Celtics All-Star Hopes New Job Leads To Eventual Role As NBA GM
The 37-year-old spent two-plus seasons with the Boston Celtics and made both of his All-Star teams during his time with the organization.
Former Celtics All-Star Hopes New Job Leads To Eventual Role As NBA GM originally appeared on NESN . Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here . It was reported recently that the Boston Celtics were hiring former All-Star guard Isaiah Thomas as a pro and college scout.
The 37-year-old discussed the new gig on his "Point Game" podcast , which had its latest episode released on Tuesday. "This has not been the easiest transition, first and foremost, because I can still play at a high level," Thomas said. "But, I’ve still got to look out for what’s best for my future and knowing what I want to do moving forward.
So, just getting my feet wet and adding to the resume. " The undersized lefty was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the final pick of the 2011 NBA Draft and spent the first three seasons of his career with the team, recording 20. 3 points per game and a career-high 6.
3 assists and 34. 7 minutes per game during the 2013-14 campaign. Thomas then joined the Phoenix Suns before being traded to the Celtics in February 2015.