Trae Young Joins Oklahoma Basketball as Assistant General Manager

The four-time NBA All-Star pledges $1 million to his alma mater and will contribute to player evaluation, contracts, and branding.

Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks star and former Oklahoma standout, has been named assistant general manager for Oklahoma men's basketball.
Young announced his new role and $1 million donation to the program live on ESPN's 'NBA Today' on March 31, 2025.
In his position, Young will focus on player evaluation, transfer portal prospects, contract negotiations, and brand-building for the team.
This move aligns with a trend of active NBA players, including Stephen Curry, taking on administrative roles at their alma maters.
Young, a Norman native, has a history of philanthropy in the community, including a $4 million donation for the Young Family Athletic Center.