The New Jersey Nets have named Kiki Vandeweghe Special Assistant to the President, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.  His duties will include working closely with Thorn in preparing for the 2008 NBA Draft and in the evaluation of current and future player personnel.

?We are very pleased to welcome Kiki to the Nets,? said Thorn.  ?Kiki has been a mainstay in the league for almost two decades, first as an All-Star player and then as a front office executive.  His experience in both areas will be an invaluable asset to the franchise, and we look forward to his contributions.?