NBA names shoemaker CEO of NBA China

NBA Commissioner David Stern announced on Wednesday that David Shoemaker, outgoing president of the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), has been named CEO of NBA China, effective June 1. As NBA China CEO, Shoemaker will oversee all of the league's business and basketball development in China.

"David Shoemaker has the right combination of experience, talent and leadership ability, making him an ideal choice to serve as CEO of NBA China," said Stern.

"The game and our business in China have expanded dramatically since NBA China's launch in 2008, and David has the necessary skills to lead our talented team in continuing our growth."