May 23, 2017
ORLANDO – The Orlando Magic have named John Hammond general manager, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today.
Hammond brings more than 35 years of coaching and administrative experience to Orlando, including the last nine seasons (2008-17) as general manager of the Milwaukee Bucks. During Hammond’s 26 years in the NBA, his teams have made 15 postseason appearances. Weltman served as assistant general manager under Hammond for five seasons (2008-13) and also worked with him in Detroit (2007-08).
"John (Hammond) brings tremendous experience and is a great talent evaluator," said Weltman.