Andrea Conti (born March 27, 1974, in Rho, Lombardy) is a former Italian professional basketball player and current basketball executive. He is best known for his long association with Italian basketball, particularly with Vanoli Cremona, where he served as both a player and later as General Manager.
Playing career
Conti played professionally from 1990 to 2013, primarily in Italian leagues. Standing 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) and weighing approximately 198 lb (90 kg), he played the forward position. His career included stints with several Italian clubs:
- Basket Rho (1990–1991, 1994–1995)
- Varese (1991–1994, 1997–1998)
- Robur Varese (1995–1996)
- Biella (1996–1997)
- Latina Basket (1998–1999)
- Vigevano (1999–2001)
- Triboldi Soresina (2001–2006)
- Juvi Cremona (2007–2009)
- Vanoli Cremona (2009–2011, 2012–2013)
- Pavia (2011–2012)
He concluded his playing career with Vanoli Cremona in the Italian Serie A.
Executive career
Since November 2013, Conti has served as the General Manager of Vanoli Cremona. In this role, he has been responsible for the club's sporting operations and management. He also previously held a General Manager position with Pallacanestro Varese, from which he resigned in October 2021, with Luis Scola subsequently taking over sporting management responsibilities.
Career statistics and recognition
Conti's career is documented across multiple basketball databases, including FIBA, Eurobasket, and RealGM, reflecting his established presence in Italian professional basketball. His career spanned over two decades, during which he competed in Italy's top-tier leagues, including the Lega Basket Serie A.
