John Wall Lands New Job With College Basketball Program
Former NBA point guard John Wall has been named president of basketball operations for Howard University, marking his return to Washington D.C. where he previously played for the Wizards. Wall, who retired in August of the previous year, is taking a hands-on role in shaping the program’s strategic vision, including recruiting and player development. He has transitioned into basketball leadership after a brief stint as an NBA analyst with Amazon Prime Video.
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By Matt AudiletContributing Sports WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Former NBA point guard John Wall is the new president of basketball operations for Howard University, school officials told ESPN insider Shams Charania on Thursday.Wall entered the league as the Washington Wizards' No. 1 overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft. He spent the first nine seasons of his NBA career in Washington D.C., earning five consecutive All-Star selections from 2013-18.Now, Wall returns to Washington D.C.
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