Lillard follows in the footsteps of other notable NBA players who have stepped into similar roles. Zachary Powell, The Athletic Damian Lillard will be using his experience at the collegiate and professional levels to elevate the program at Weber State.

Damian Lillard has followed in the footsteps of Stephen Curry (Davidson), Trae Young (Oklahoma), Patty Mills (Hawaii) and Terance Mann (Florida State). Lillard has become the general manager of his alma mater,

Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard, who returned to the Portland Trail Blazers last month, announced on Saturday night a second, official position as general manager of the men's basketball program at his alma mater Weber State.