Daryl Morey, who in October last year sparked controversy between the NBA and China with a tweet in support of pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong, is stepping down as the Houston Rockets general manager.
Morey will leave his current role on November 1 after spending 14 years with the Rockets, helping his side reach the last eight consecutive playoffs. Rockets owner Tilman J. Fertitta thanked Morey for his"hard work and dedication" in a statement on Thursday. NBA has a new CEO in China. His first task is to make up with Beijing"Daryl is a brilliant innovator who helped the Rockets become a perennial contender," he said.
NBA's Adam Silver on Rockets - China controversy 01:51China feudDespite his success with the Rockets, Morey will likely be remembered for causing a diplomatic storm between China and the NBA. His now-deleted tweet in support of pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong gained international attention whilst tensions rose in the former British colony.Several Chinese businesses cut ties with the Rockets as a result and the NBA came under severe pressure from Chinese authorities.
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