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Lillard Named Weber State Basketball General Manager

The Wildcats tap their NBA star alumnus to navigate transfer portal, NIL shifts, mentor players, guide program strategy.

Mar 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. The Bucks wore a small patch to honor former player Junior Bridgeman who passed away this week. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images/File Photo
May 30, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NBA player Damian Lillard sits courtside during the Las Vegas Aces and Los Angeles Sparks game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Damian Lillard officially assumed the general manager role at Weber State’s Basketball Alumni Classic in Ogden on August 2, 2025.
  • In his new position he will collaborate with coach Eric Duft and athletic department leaders to offer roster guidance, player mentorship and program development.
  • The nine-time NBA All-Star is rehabbing a left Achilles tendon tear suffered in April and is expected to miss the entire 2025–26 season.
  • Weber State aims to leverage Lillard’s legacy as a two-time Big Sky MVP and All-American to improve on last season’s 12–22 record.
  • Lillard joins Stephen Curry, Trae Young, Terance Mann and Patty Mills as active NBA players stepping into college front-office roles in response to transfer portal and NIL challenges.