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Sixers Promoting Former All-Star to VP of Basketball Operations

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Philadelphia 76ers point guard Jrue Holiday (11) dribbles the ball as Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson (14) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 99-91. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images
March 10, 2013; Orlando FL, USA; Philadelphia 76ers point guard Jrue Holiday (11) dribbles the ball as Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson (14) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 99-91. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers promoted former NBA All-Star and Philadelphia native Jameer Nelson who will become the team’s new VP of basketball operations according to ESPN.

Nelson played 14 seasons in the NBA spending a majority of his career with the Orlando Magic who he helped reach the NBA Finals in 2009. He will be second in command next to team president Mike Gansey.

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The Sixers have also opted to transition Elton Brand to a new role within the franchise. Brand had been previously serving as the team’s general manager.

During his playing career, Nelson has had stops with the Magic, Denver Nuggets, New Orleans Pelicans, Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics. He averaged 11.3 points, 5.1 assists and three rebounds for his career.

Patrick Dowd is a contributor for Ball Exclusives. You can follow him on Twitter, via Pat_Dowd77

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