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    Discovering Hidden Gems: The Story of Daryl Morey, Shane Battier, and the Houston Rockets (A)

    Frei, Frances X. ; Perlberg, Matthew

    • Reference: HBS-610038-E

    • Year: 2006

    • Number of pages: 19

    • Geographic Setting: Texas

    • Publication Date: Nov 23, 2009

    • Fecha de edición: Sep 24, 2010

    • Source: HBSP (USA)

    • Type of Document: Case

    • Industry Setting: Professional sports teams & organizations;Basketball

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    As NBA Commissioner David Stern approached the podium, silent anticipation gripped the four thousand Houston Rockets fans gathered at the Rockets Draft Party. "With the 8th pick in the 2006 NBA draft," Stern began, "the Houston Rockets select Rudy Gay from the University of Connecticut." The four thousand Rockets faithfully erupted into euphoric cheers. Rudy Gay was a highly touted college prospect who some analysts projected could have been one of the top three selections in the draft. To be able to select him in the eighth spot seemed like a steal for the Rockets and their newly hired Assistant General Manager, Daryl Morey. Moments later, the assembled crowd's jubilation turned to horror as television analysts covering the draft announced breaking news. The Rockets traded the rights to Rudy Gay along with another Rockets fan favorite, Stromile Swift, to the Memphis Grizzlies for Shane Battier. Jeers of frustration rang from the Rockets fans. How could the Rockets trade Rudy Gay and Stromile Swift for Shane Battier?

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