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Sixers Put Bob Myers in Charge of Search to Replace Daryl Morey

Myers is conducting interviews this week with several candidates while the team aims to name a new lead executive before the 2026 NBA Draft.

Overview

  • The 76ers dismissed Daryl Morey in mid‑May and tapped HBSE president of sports Bob Myers to run the search for a new president of basketball operations.
  • Myers is expected to interview Cleveland GM Mike Gansey, Timberwolves GM Matt Lloyd and Phoenix Mercury GM Nick U'Ren this week as early candidates to lead daily basketball operations.
  • Longtime executive Neil Olshey is not pursuing the job and Atlanta’s Onsi Saleh is unlikely to be available, narrowing the early field of contenders.
  • Philadelphia hopes to name a hire before the June 2026 NBA Draft but has said Myers would make draft‑night decisions if no replacement is finalized.
  • Reporting highlights uncertainty over who will hold true day‑to‑day power if a new president is hired because Myers intends to stay involved while owner Josh Harris favors Myers taking a larger role.