Sam Phillips has been named the HLBL Basketball Executive of the Year after leading the Sonics to the top seed in the playoffs with a 5-5 record. Phillips's strategic decisions, including drafting Marcus Patterson and Saleem Samuels, were instrumental in the team's success.

Patterson emerged as a standout player, averaging 6.9 points per game with a 70% field goal percentage, contributing significantly to the Sonics' offense. Samuels added depth to the roster, averaging 2.6 points and 2.4 rebounds per game.

Phillips's leadership and keen eye for talent have been pivotal in the Sonics' performance this season, earning him the well-deserved Executive of the Year honor.