76ers Officially Name Mike Gansey President of Basketball Operations

The news was announced by the team’s Managing Partner, Josh Harris, and the HBSE President of Sports, Bob Myers.

“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 knows that the 76ers have put a lot of trust in him to try to lead the team to a potential championship. He stated 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 will only have 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.