The Philadelphia 76ers announced the dismissal of Daryl Morey from his role as president of basketball operations, ending a six‑year stint that began in the fall of 2020.
Co‑owners Josh Harris and David Blitzer cited a desire for fresh leadership after a tenure that produced a 56.0 winning percentage but fell short of expectations in the postseason.
Bob Myers, a former NBA executive with a championship pedigree, will now head the search for Morey’s successor, signaling a shift in the franchise’s approach to building a contender.
A Tenure Marked by Ambition and Setbacks
Under Morey’s guidance the Sixers made headline‑making moves, including a 2022 trade that brought James Harden to Philadelphia, a deal that quickly soured when Harden publicly labeled Morey a “liar” and demanded a trade.
The front office also doled out massive, long‑term contracts to Joel Embiid and Paul George, yet both stars appeared in less than half of the team’s games during the most recent regular season, raising questions about the roster’s durability.
Drafting successes such as Tyrese Maxey, selected 21st overall in 2020, and the recent 2024 pick of Jared McCain at No. 16, alongside the 2025 selection of VJ Edgecombe at No. 3, highlighted the scouting department’s impact.
At the 2023 trade deadline the Sixers moved McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for additional draft capital, a move that reflected the front office’s willingness to pivot when the right deal did not emerge.
Despite a promising regular‑season record, the club’s playoff narrative was marred by early exits, including four defeats in the second round and a first‑round loss, and the franchise’s last Eastern Conference Finals appearance dates back to 2001.