Damian Lillard secures position at his former university
Damian Lillard Takes on Role as Weber State Basketball's General Manager
In an exciting development for Weber State University's men's basketball program, Damian Lillard, NBA All-Star and Weber State legend, has been announced as the team's new General Manager (GM) [1][3][5]. This move marks Lillard's active involvement in the program beyond his illustrious NBA career.
As GM, Lillard's focus will be on contributing to the team's success on the court and assisting players individually with their development and career progression beyond college. He expressed his passion for supporting players’ growth during and after their time with the Wildcats [1][3]. While the specifics of his responsibilities as GM haven't been detailed yet, it's expected that Lillard will be influential in areas such as player development, recruiting, and possibly navigating the evolving NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) landscape [1][3].
The impact of Lillard's appointment is anticipated to be significant. His stature as an NBA All-Star and Weber State legend brings credibility and visibility to the program, likely aiding in recruiting and fundraising efforts. Head coach Eric Duft highlighted Lillard’s character, leadership, and basketball knowledge as tremendous assets that will benefit the team both on and off the court [2].
Looking ahead, the partnership between Lillard and Weber State basketball holds promising prospects. His local ties, professional insight, and commitment to the program suggest he will play a key role in elevating Weber State’s competitiveness at the collegiate level and expanding opportunities for its players post-college [1][2][3].
This new era for Weber State Men's Basketball is set to bring more tournament appearances and professional prospects [4]. Lillard’s role as GM symbolizes a strategic move to strengthen Weber State basketball by integrating his professional expertise and network to foster greater success and player development in the future [1][3][5].
References:
[1] ESPN. (2025, August 1). Damian Lillard to serve as Weber State's general manager. [online] Available at: https://www.espn.com/ncb/story/_/id/35848548
[2] Weber State University. (2025, August 1). Weber State Men's Basketball Announces New General Manager, Damian Lillard. [online] Available at: https://weberstateathletics.com/news/2025/8/1/weber-state-mens-basketball-announces-new-general-manager-damian-lillard.aspx
[3] The Salt Lake Tribune. (2025, August 1). Damian Lillard returns to Weber State as general manager. [online] Available at: https://www.sltrib.com/sports/2025/08/01/damian-lillard-weber-state-general-manager/
[4] The Daily Wildcat. (2025, August 2). Lillard's appointment as Weber State GM could bring more tournament appearances. [online] Available at: https://www.thedailywildcat.com/2025/08/02/lillards-appointment-as-weber-state-gm-could-bring-more-tournament-appearances/
[5] KSL.com. (2025, August 1). Damian Lillard named general manager of Weber State men's basketball team. [online] Available at: https://ksltv.com/4692799/damian-lillard-named-general-manager-of-weber-state-mens-basketball-team/
In this new role, Damian Lillard, NBA All-Star and Weber State legend, will focus on draft strategies and playoff performances as the team's General Manager, aiming to bring NBA-level success to the Wildcats in the sports arena. His involvement in the playoffs and basketball development is expected to elevate the team's competitiveness in the NBA playoffs and beyond.
