News - Philadelphia 76ers Part Ways with Daryl Morey

In a significant organizational shift, the Philadelphia 76ers have announced the departure of Daryl Morey, their president of basketball operations, after a six-year tenure. The franchise is poised for a new chapter, as former Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers, now the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, will spearhead the search for Morey’s successor while temporarily managing operations. Josh Harris, the team's owner, acknowledged the challenges faced over recent seasons and expressed gratitude for Morey's contributions. Harris stated, 'I have a tremendous amount of respect for Daryl personally and professionally, and I'm grateful for his contributions over the last six seasons. Yet, after an insightful conversation, we’ve mutually agreed that a fresh perspective is essential going forward. Bob Myers, renowned for his role in building four NBA championship teams, will be invaluable in shaping our future direction.' Morey’s tenure with the 76ers was marked by bold strategic decisions, including the high-profile acquisition of James Harden in a blockbuster trade with the Brooklyn Nets, sending Ben Simmons in return. Harden's time in Philadelphia was brief, following an earlier severe conflict leading him to label Morey a 'liar' during an event in China, ultimately seeking and being granted a trade to the Los Angeles Clippers. The Sixers have battled to make headway in the NBA playoffs, failing to advance past the Eastern Conference semifinals since 2001. In the 2024-25 season, plagued by injuries to star player Joel Embiid, they missed the playoffs altogether. However, they showed resilience by finishing with a 45-37 record this past season, making it to the playoffs as a seventh seed but ultimately facing elimination by the New York Knicks in the semifinals. As the team navigates this transitional phase, ESPN reports confirm that Nick Nurse will continue his role as head coach, having compiled a 116-130 record over his first three seasons. The upcoming months promise potential strategic adjustments as Myers leads the search for a leader who will guide the 76ers to long-awaited NBA success.