The Philadelphia 76ers announced on Thursday that they have named Mike Gansey as president of basketball operations. Gansey replaces Daryl Morey, who was let go by the organization on May 12.
Gansey started his front office career in 2015, when he was a general manager of the Canton Charge in the NBA G League. Following his stint in the developmental league, he was named an assistant general manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2017. He was promoted to general manager in 2022, with Koby Altman taking over the role of president of basketball operations.
"Official. ✍️ Welcome to Philly, Mike Gansey!" the 76ers posted on X.
The move was announced by the team’s managing partner, Josh Harris, and Bob Myers, the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment.
“Mike really stood out during this process as he possesses all of the qualities needed in a leader of basketball operations,” Myers said. “He commands respect, has an impressive basketball IQ, and is well respected across players, coaches, and fellow executives. He has all the attributes necessary to shine in this role.”
Harris also said he was thrilled about Gansey, Myers and head coach Nick Nurse working together. He believes that the three of them can develop something that would help transform the 76ers into championship contenders.
Mike Gansey Addressed the 76ers for the First Time
Gansey said in his opening remarks that he wanted to collaborate with the other members of the organization and initiate change for Philadelphia.
“To the fans, this is not a responsibility I take lightly,” he said. “The energy and dedication you pour into the 76ers will fuel us, and the work begins immediately as we position ourselves for the draft, free agency, next season, and beyond. I also want to thank Dan Gilbert and his family, Koby Altman, and the Cavaliers organization for the opportunity to serve the franchise and city of Cleveland for the last 15 years.”
The 76ers have only one pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, at No. 22. The draft will be the first major event for Gansey as part of the team's front office. When he was an assistant general manager in Cleveland, he played a role in drafting promising young talents Darius Garland and Evan Mobley.
