José Calderón promoted to assistant general manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers organization has made official this Friday an important move in its administrative structure: the former Spanish player José Calderón has been promoted to the position of assistant general manager. This appointment consolidates the former point guard’s trajectory within the franchise, where he has performed key roles since his arrival in 2022.
Since joining as a special advisor, Calderón has been a fundamental piece in the development of various strategic projects. The Cleveland board has highlighted his ability to contribute to the fulfillment of institutional objectives, both in the sporting and administrative spheres.
A close bond with the franchise and basketball
The relationship between Calderón and the Cavaliers is not new. The Spaniard wore the team’s jersey during the 2017-2018 season, a period in which he reached the NBA Finals, a milestone that marked his professional career. His current work includes coordinating international projects, such as the upcoming training camp that the team will hold in Andalusia, Spain, between September 30 and October 5.
Calderón has been instrumental in helping the front office achieve its goals both on and off the court.
Official statement from the Cleveland Cavaliers
Trajectory of a basketball legend
José Calderón has a career spanning 14 seasons in the NBA, having started his journey in the league with the Toronto Raptors in 2005. Over the years, he contributed his talent to teams such as the Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, Atlanta Hawks, and Detroit Pistons, where he ended his time as a player in 2019.
- NBA Career: 14 seasons as an active player.
- Administrative experience: Previous collaboration with the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA).
- New role: Assistant General Manager, replacing Brandon Weems.
With this new position, Calderón reaffirms his successful transition from the court to the front office, bringing his vast experience as an international player and his strategic vision to strengthen the Cavaliers’ sports management in this new stage of the franchise.
