Full Breakdown
Philadelphia 76ers Launch Search for New General Manager After Daryl Morey’s Dismissal
5/16/2026, 8:46:42 AM
GM Dismissal and Interim Search Leadership
The Sixers terminated general manager Daryl Morey on Tuesday after a second-round sweep by the New York Knicks. Former Warriors executive Bob Myers, who joined the organization in October, was named interim overseer of basketball operations and will head the search for a permanent president of basketball operations.
Recent Playoff Performance and Context
The 2024-25 Sixers finished 45-37, earned the No. 7 seed, beat the Boston Celtics in seven games after trailing 3-1, then were swept by the Knicks. Morey’s six-year tenure produced five playoff trips but no conference-final appearance.
Key Decision Makers
Bob Myers – President of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, four-time NBA champion as Warriors GM.
Josh Harris – Managing partner, owner, and public voice on the search.
Nick Nurse – Head coach, confirmed for a fourth season.
Timeline
Nov 2020 – Morey hired.
June 2024 – Knicks sweep.
Early June 2024 – Morey fired.
June 6 2024 – Myers and Harris outline the search.
June 23-24 2024 – NBA draft; Myers hopes a GM is in place by then.
Roster and Financial Snapshot
The core includes Joel Embiid ($58 M), Paul George ($54.1 M) and Tyrese Maxey ($40.8 M). The Jared McCain trade yielded the 22nd pick and three second-rounders (2024, 2025, 2028). Harris said the front office has “the green light to go into the luxury tax.”
Strategic Priorities
Myers emphasized that depth is a critical factor, especially under the NBA’s second-tax apron and the team’s reliance on three max contracts. He called for a collaborative decision-making model that values character, leadership and the willingness to seek support where expertise is lacking.
Official Statements
Harris expressed frustration, stating the club owes the city a better performance, and reaffirmed support for Coach Nurse. Myers said the search will focus on analytics, contract expertise and cultural fit, and he pledged daily communication with the eventual hire.
Criticism of Past Decisions
Critics point to the McCain trade, the reliance on three max contracts and insufficient bench depth as factors that limited the team when Embiid missed time and George served a 25-game suspension.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We're committed to winning.” — Bob Myers, President of Sports
- “The truth is depth may be more important than it’s ever been,” Myers said.” — Bob Myers
- “The front office absolutely has the green light to go into the luxury tax.” — Josh Harris, Managing Partner
- “I have a tremendous amount of respect for Daryl personally and professionally, and I'm grateful for his contributions over the last six seasons,” — Josh Harris
Next Steps
Myers aims to have a new GM in place before the June 23 draft, giving the hire time to shape draft strategy and upcoming free-agency moves. The franchise will keep its luxury-tax flexibility while seeking depth around Embiid, George and Maxey, and will continue to back Coach Nurse.
