The Philadelphia 76ers are currently without a President of Basketball Operations after parting ways with Daryl Morey, and the club has turned to Bob Myers to spearhead the search for a successor. Myers, who previously built championship teams in Golden State, has set an internal target to have a new executive in place before the NBA Draft on June 23, underscoring the urgency of the vacancy.
Who’s on the Radar
Among the names surfaced are several familiar faces from the Sixers’ recent history. Vince Rozman, who spent 16 years in Philadelphia before moving to the OKC Thunder as VP of Identification & Intelligence, is viewed as a strong internal candidate. Elton Brand, a former All‑Star who transitioned from player to front‑office leadership, remains tied to the organization as its current GM. Neil Olshey, a decorated executive with stints as GM of the Clippers and Trail Blazers, is also on the list, bringing a track record of building competitive rosters.
Travis Schlenk, SVP of Player Personnel for the Washington Wizards and a longtime associate of Myers from his Warriors days, adds a personnel‑development angle to the pool. Onsi Saleh, the GM of the Atlanta Hawks, is considered a longshot largely because the Hawks have been reluctant to grant permission for an interview. Tim Connelly, who has resurrected two franchises as President of Basketball Operations for the Minnesota Timberwolves, is another high‑profile name floated by insiders.
Other candidates include Mike Gansey, a lifelong Cavaliers staffer now serving as GM, and Nick U’Ren, the GM of the Phoenix Mercury, who shares a direct connection to Myers. Trent Redden, GM of the Los Angeles Clippers, and Matt Lloyd, who works under Connelly in Minnesota, round out the field. Each brings a distinct blend of experience, from deep scouting roots to franchise‑building acumen.
Implications for the Franchise
The outcome of this search will shape the next phase of the Sixers’ roster construction and salary‑cap strategy. With the draft approaching, the new president will need to balance the desire for immediate impact players with the long‑term vision of a sustainable contender. Jameer Nelson, currently an Assistant GM with the Sixers, has been explicitly ruled out of the top‑job conversation, leaving the field open for the candidates listed above.