New Jazz GM Dennis Lindsey knows his stuff when it comes to evaluating players

Lindsey has been called a "fit" for the community and organization by various members of the Jazz organization. He's a religious, family man who says, "These jobs in pro sports can dominate your life and you can become selfish. With a wife and four children and a large extended family, I try to set aside time for them.

"We've had great peace of mind about each decision. Faith is important. Everybody has fundamental beliefs. That is something that was impressed on me in childhood, the standards of what you believe and how you act. Those principles are tried and true. And when you make important decisions, you've got to let go and listen."

Looking at the practical challenges ahead, O'Connor offers the last word: "Dennis is a key addition. We've added somebody who is really going to help us develop strategies in the long term, another pair of eyes on how to grow the Jazz. It's a friend we're going to get to work with."