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Lakers hire Pooh Jeter as Director of Pro Scouting

The Los Angeles franchise has named Pooh Jeter as its new Director of Pro Scouting, a move orchestrated by assistant general manager Eric Amsler. Jeter transitions to this role after previously serving as a player development coach and assistant general manager for the Rip City Remix in the NBA G League following a playing career that spanned international leagues and the Sacramento Kings.

Rob Pelinka, the organization's President of Basketball Operations, previously highlighted plans to expand the scouting staff after adding numerous personnel over the summer.

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