As we reported on Monday morning, IU has added Pacers executive Ryan Carr to the staff Executive Director of Basketball Operations.
The move has been applauded by national media and others.
Here’s a sampling of what has been said:
Draft Express’ Jonathan Givony
“This is a major hire for Indiana. Ryan Carr is a longtime, highly respected NBA executive and former IU manager who ran the Pacers’ pre-draft process for years and has been a constant presence on the scouting circuit.”
ESPN’s Pete Thamel
“Significant hire for Indiana. Carr is one of the most respected scouts/front office members in the NBA and has deep ties to the state.”
ESPN’s Fran Fraschilla
“Ryan is a good friend and loves Indiana as a former manager under Bob Knight. This continues a trend of NBA personnel working as part of college basketball front office management. Congrats, Ryan.”
Field of 68’s Jeff Goodman
Wow. Absolutely LOVE this hire.
Ryan Carr is a former IU manager who is extremely connected to college basketball, knows agents, works his ass off.
Has been with the Pacers for a long time.
This is a major addition for Darian DeVries and Indiana hoops.
Former IU coach Tom Crean
“This is absolutely awesome for Indiana to have Ryan Carr join in this role. As good as an evaluator, connector, executive and truth teller that he is, he’s even a far better Person, Family Man and encourager. IU nailed this one. Ryan truly loves Indiana.”
Pacers statement
“We would like to sincerely thank Ryan Carr for the dedication, innumerable contributions, and tireless service that he has provided to the Indiana Pacers during his 25 years with the organization. As he embarks on this new chapter in his career with Indiana University – a place that means a great deal to him and his family – we have no doubt that he is the right person help boldly lead the Hoosiers basketball program to success.”
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