Jeff Weltman thanks Spurs for cooperation

Jun 3, 2026 9:31 AM

The Orlando Magic’s pursuit of Sean Sweeney required an unusual hiring process, as the 42-year-old remained on the San Antonio Spurs’ coaching staff during their NBA Finals run.

Magic president Jeff Weltman praised the Spurs organization for allowing Sweeney to fully explore the opportunity despite the timing.

“I have to say, a huge thanks to the San Antonio organization because they really wanted to let Sean have every opportunity that he could to pursue a job that he really wanted,” Weltman said.

According to Weltman, both sides worked around San Antonio’s playoff schedule to make the process possible.

“And so, they were really amenable. We had to work on off days and just make it work the best way that we could. It wasn’t optimum but we made it work. They were very cooperative cause they didn’t want to hold Sean back.”