76ers tap Mike Gansey as new president of basketball operations
The Philadelphia 76ers have named Mike Gansey as their new president of basketball operations. He takes over after the team fired Elton Brand earlier this month. Gansey arrives from the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he held a key front-office role for years. Gansey spent the last two years as general manager of the Cavaliers. Under his leadership, Cleveland became a consistent playoff team in the Eastern Conference. Before that, he worked closely with Cavaliers president Koby Altman, helping rebuild the franchise.
The 76ers launched their search for Brand’s replacement with Bob Myers leading the process. Myers, the former Golden State Warriors general manager, joined Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment as president of sports in October 2025. His involvement signalled a structured approach to finding the right candidate. Under Brand, Philadelphia posted a 270-212 regular-season record but struggled in the playoffs, going just 28-26. This year’s second-round exit accelerated the decision to make a change. Despite the front-office shake-up, the team confirmed Nick Nurse will remain as head coach. Gansey, a Northeast Ohio native, played college basketball at West Virginia before transitioning into front-office roles. His experience in Cleveland, where he helped turn the Cavaliers into a competitive team, made him a strong fit for Philadelphia’s ambitions.
The 76ers now move forward with Gansey overseeing basketball operations. His track record in Cleveland suggests a focus on stability and long-term success. The team will look to improve its postseason performance after years of early exits under the previous regime.
