History of Scott Perry (basketball) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 17, 2025

Scott Perry is an American basketball executive who most recently served as the general manager of the New York Knicks from 2017 to 2023. His contract expired after the 2023 season, and the Knicks chose not to renew it. Prior to his executive role, Perry was a basketball coach.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1951: Lowell Perry: All-American Football Player

In 1951, Lowell Perry, Scott Perry's father, was an All-American football player at the University of Michigan.

1956: Lowell Perry Played for Pittsburgh Steelers

In 1956, Lowell Perry played for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1957: Lowell Perry: First African-American NFL Assistant Coach

In 1957, Lowell Perry became the first African-American assistant coach in the NFL.

November 25, 1963: Scott Perry Born

On November 25, 1963, Scott Perry was born. He later became a basketball executive and general manager for the New York Knicks.

1981: All-Catholic and All-State Basketball Player

In 1981, Scott Perry was recognized as an All-Catholic and All-State basketball player at University of Detroit Jesuit High school.

1986: Wayne State University Graduation

In 1986, Scott Perry concluded his collegiate basketball career at Wayne State University, where he was a team captain and an honorable mention All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference performer and earned a bachelor's degree in business administration. His team also made it to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight that year.

1988: University of Detroit Mercy Coaching Career

In 1988, Scott Perry started his coaching career at the University of Detroit Mercy, where he stayed for five seasons.

1994: Michigan Assistant Coach - NCAA Elite Eight

In 1994, as an assistant coach at The University of Michigan, Scott Perry played a crucial role in guiding the team to the NCAA Division I Elite Eight. He was also a catalyst for Michigan's nationally recognized top-ranked recruiting classes.

1995: Michigan's Top-Ranked Recruiting Classes

In 1995, Scott Perry was a catalyst for Michigan's nationally recognized top-ranked recruiting classes.

1997: Head Coach at Eastern Kentucky University

In 1997, Scott Perry became the head coach at Eastern Kentucky University.

June 2000: Hired by Detroit Pistons

In June 2000, Scott Perry was hired by the Detroit Pistons as a front office executive by president Joe Dumars.

2000: End of Coaching Career

In 2000, Scott Perry completed his coaching career as the head coach at Eastern Kentucky University.

2003: Eastern Conference Finals Appearance

In 2003, Scott Perry assisted in building a roster that went to six Eastern Conference Finals appearances (2003–2008).

2004: NBA Championship

In 2004, Scott Perry assisted in building a roster that won the 2004 NBA championship.

2005: Eastern Conference Championship

In 2005, Scott Perry assisted in building a roster that won the Eastern Conference Championship.

2007: Assistant General Manager for Seattle SuperSonics

In 2007, Scott Perry served as the assistant general manager for the Seattle SuperSonics for one season.

2008: Eastern Conference Finals Appearance

In 2008, Scott Perry assisted in building a roster that went to six Eastern Conference Finals appearances (2003–2008).

2008: Kevin Durant Drafted

In 2008, Scott Perry was part of the front office staff that drafted Kevin Durant to the Sonics/Thunder in the first round with the second overall pick and returned to the Pistons to become vice president of basketball operations.

June 25, 2012: Hired by Orlando Magic

On June 25, 2012, Scott Perry was hired by the Orlando Magic as vice president and assistant general manager.

2012: Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Pistons

In 2012, Scott Perry concluded his tenure as vice president of basketball operations for the Detroit Pistons.

2013: Victor Oladipo Drafted

In 2013, Scott Perry helped draft Victor Oladipo.

2014: Aaron Gordon and Elfrid Payton Drafted

In 2014, Scott Perry helped draft Aaron Gordon and Elfrid Payton.

2015: Mario Hezonja Drafted

In 2015, Scott Perry helped draft Mario Hezonja.

April 21, 2017: Hired by Sacramento Kings

On April 21, 2017, Scott Perry was hired by the Sacramento Kings as vice president of basketball operations.

July 14, 2017: Hired as General Manager of New York Knicks

On July 14, 2017, Scott Perry was hired as the general manager of the New York Knicks, with the Knicks providing compensation to the Kings in the form of a 2019 second round pick and cash considerations.