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Sixers head coach Nick Nurse
The Philadelphia 76ers were swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals just days ago, but they’re already shaking things up in a big way.
The Sixers are moving on from president of basketball operations Daryl Morey, who was in his role with the franchise for the past six seasons. During that time, the Sixers failed to advance past the second round of the playoffs.
Morey had some highlights during his tenure with the team, including drafting both star guards Tyrese Maxey and V.J. Edgecombe. However, he also saddled the team with a couple of albatross contracts for Joel Embiid and Paul George and failed to built a roster with enough depth to truly contend. As a result, the Sixers will now be looking for a fresh perspective in the front office.
The major shakeup in Philadelphia won’t extend from the front office to the sideline, however.
Nick Nurse to Remain Head coach of Philadelphia 76ers Despite Dismissal of Daryl Morey
Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty ImagesPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 27: Head coach Nick Nurse of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Houston Rockets in overtime at the Wells Fargo Center on November 27, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Rockets defeated the 76ers 122-115 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Despite the dismissal of the man who hired him, Nick Nurse will remain in his role as head coach of the Sixers moving forward. He’s been in the role for three seasons, and he’ll get one more crack at it, at least.
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Michael Kaskey-Blomain Michael Kaskey-Blomain is an experienced sports media member covering the NBA and NFL for Heavy. He has been in the industry for well over a decade with previous stops including the Philadelphia Inquirer and CBS Sports. Michael also serves as a Philadelphia 76ers reporter and insider for ESPN 97.3 and an NBA and NFL contributor for The Sporting News. More about Michael Kaskey-Blomain