After about 90 minutes of autograph signing, Damian Lillard took the mic at center court Saturday evening in Swenson Gym. Simply by his presence, he’s the man of the moment in any of the six times he’s hosted the Weber State Basketball Alumni Classic.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard is returning to his alma mater, Weber State, to serve as the general manager, the team announced Saturday night.

The Blazers' All-Star point guard is the latest prominent professional athlete to step into a player-personnel role at his alma mater.