Sparky Gonzalez Wins 2017 David “DH” Nordstrom Equipment Manager of the Year Award
Equipment Manager Sparky Gonzales was named the 2017 David “DH” Nordstrom Equipment Manager of the Year by the NBAEMA (National Basketball Athletic Equipment Managers
What we do
- Outfit and size players for game uniforms, practice wear, and shoes.
- Order and manage inventory of team apparel, uniforms, and basketball equipment.
- Carryout team and league on-court partnerships and initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of team identity plans with team marketing representatives.
- Serve as team liaison with NBA On-Court and Branding department.
REPRESENTING ALL 30 NBA TEAMS
Meet the managers
Learn who is getting your favorite players ready for game day.
Atlanta Hawks
HEAD: Zac Walsh
ASSISTANT: Tim Wilson
Boston Celtics
Head - Andy Mannix
Assistant - Aidan Monheim
Brooklyn Nets
Head - Joe Cuomo
Assistant - Kevin Conwell
Charlotte Hornets
Head - Jason Rivera
Chicago Bulls
Head - Steve Pankow
Assistant - Daniel Langston
Veteran - John Ligmanowski
Cleveland Cavaliers
Head - Mark Cashman
Assistant - Dylan Matusek
Dallas Mavericks
Head - Kory Johnson
Assistant - JT Elkin
Denver Nuggets
Head - Sparky Gonzales
Assistant - Gene Marquez
Detroit Pistons
Head - John Coumoundouros
Assistant - Blake Mahorn
Assistant - Jon Narra
Golden State Warriors
Head - Eric Housen
Assistant - Marcus Hightower
Houston Rockets
Head - Tony Nila
Assistant: Adil Hassan
Indiana Pacers
Head - Zach Eagle
Assistant: Cole Petraits
LA Clippers
Head - Max Reza
Assistant - JP Cadena
Assistant - Gus Garza
Assistant - Drew Arguelles
LA Lakers
Head - Brian Cuatt
Assistant - Chase Hennebry
Assistant - Jayson Yamasaki
Memphis Grizzlies
Head - Cory McCain
Assistant - Bri Miller
Miami Heat
Head - Rob Pimental
Head - Brandon Mango
Milwaukee Bucks
Head - Trevor Poulson
Assistant - Eric Ofcharsky
Minnesota Timberwolves
Head - Bryon Endres
Assistant: Jordan Bowden
New Orleans Pelicans
Head - David Jovanovic
Assistant - Jaxon Markworth
Assistant - Adam Mendelson
New York Knicks
Head - Kyle Rohde
Assistant: Steve Seidel
Oklahoma City Thunder
Head - Wilson Taylor
Veteran - Mark St. Yves
Orlando Magic
Head - Jacob Diamond
Assistant - Cody Wright
Veteran - Sid Powell
Philadelphia 76ers
Head - Dan Rosci
Assistant - Joey Fichetola
Pheonix Suns
Head - Jay Gaspar
Assistant - Kira Vidas
Assistant - Eli Murray
Portland Trail Blazers
Head - Eric Hallman
Assistant - Cory Lay
Sacramento Kings
Head - Miguel Lopez
Assistant - Tyler Lemings
San Antonio Spurs
Head - Cory Johnson
Assistant - Nico Faz
Assistant - Sarah Cilea
Toronto Raptors
Head - Curtis Andrade
Assistant - Gabi Schwabe
Assistant - Nick Mann
Utah Jazz
Head - Adam Klauke
Assistant - McKennon Powell
Washington Wizards
Head - OPEN
Assistant - Tom O'Connor
Assistant - Jorge Robles
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NBAEMA Annual Conference
The NBAEMA is excited to announce we will be hosting our annual conference and tradeshow in Chicago, IL in May 2025. Our conference will run in conjunction with the NBA Draft Combine.
If you are interested in attending our tradeshow or meeting with our members exclusively, please fill out the contact form at the bottom of the page.
WHERE: Chicago, IL
WHEN: May 2025