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Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins Named GM of Alabama State Men's Basketball
The Hall of Famer will work on fundraising, NIL partnerships and roster planning as Alabama State adds a high-profile figure to its basketball staff.
- On Tuesday, Oct. 27, Alabama State University announced that Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins has been hired as general manager of the men's basketball program.
- Wilkins joins a growing trend of former NBA stars transitioning to collegiate roles, following appointments for figures like Shaquille O'Neal at Sacramento State and Steph Curry at Davidson.
- Athletics director Jason Cable introduced Wilkins at the 2026 Basketball Tip-Off Dinner, joining a program entering a new chapter under men's basketball coach Chris Wright and women's basketball coach Johnetta Hayes.
- In his new role, Wilkins will collaborate with the athletics administration and coaching staff on fundraising, NIL partnerships, roster planning, and player development.
- "To be at a place like Alabama State is exciting," Wilkins said, noting the program is "trending upward" as the season begins next week.
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Dominique Wilkins Named Alabama State Basketball General Manager
The NBA Hall of Famer was introduced by athletics director Jason Cable at the Hornets’ 2026 Basketball Tip-Off Dinner, joining a program led by men’s coach Chris Wright and women’s coach Johnetta Hayes.
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