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Mike Gansey leaves Cavaliers to join Philadelphia 76ers as president

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:44 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Mike Gansey leaves Cavaliers to join Philadelphia 76ers as president
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Mike Gansey has left the Cleveland Cavaliers to become the new President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers, as confirmed today. Gansey, who played at West Virginia and served as Cavaliers GM since 2022, has been credited with identifying significant talent for Cleveland, including Sam Merrill and Max Strus. His departure has been met with disappointment among Cleveland sports media, who recognize his contributions to the Cavaliers. In Philadelphia, Gansey will look to address roster needs and help the Sixers enhance their competitiveness in the Eastern Conference.

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  • •Mike Gansey was appointed President of Basketball Operations for the 76ers.
  • •He previously served as the GM for the Cavaliers since 2022.
  • •Gansey played a role in talent acquisition for the Cavaliers.
  • •Cleveland media expressed sadness over Gansey's departure.
  • •The 76ers seek to fill holes on their roster under Gansey's leadership.
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  • 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland sports media react to Mike Gansey leaving Cavs for Sixers
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Cleveland sports media members react to Mike Gansey leaving the Cavaliers to be the new President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers.

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