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How Pacers coach Rick Carlisle helped Thunder GM Sam Presti break into NBA C-suite

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Sam Presti was named NBA Executive of the Year last month .

Presti started in this business when he was 22 a video intern for the San Antonio Spurs in 2000 .

Since taking the Thunder job in 2007 , Presti has turned the franchise into one of the best in the NBA .

He has found value through the three -pronged approach to team-building: trades, draft picks and free agent signings.

Sam Presti has been in charge of the Thunder for nearly two decades .

He has an expert eye for talent, a knack for roster construction and a clear understanding of the collective bargaining agreement/salary cap machinations.

Presti also has built relationships with players and coaches.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander : 'Seemed like a guy I can trust'.

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