Bob Myers is exiting his role as a basketball analyst for ESPN to become president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. Myers was already working as a consultant to Josh Harris and helped assemble the leadership team of the Washington Commanders.
HBSE’s portfolio includes the Philadelphia 76ers, the Commanders, the New Jersey Devils, as well as Crystal Palace of the English Premier League.
The exiting structures of the HBSE teams will continue to operate in their current form. Daryl Morey has run the Sixers since 2020.
Myers will remain based in California, but will travel regularly to HBSE/Commanders properties and events.
“Our goal has been to hire, grow, and retain the best and brightest executives in the world and we are a stronger, more dynamic organization with the addition of Bob Myers,” Harris and David Blitzer said. “His experience as an architect of championship teams will complement our existing leadership structure, while also allowing HBSE to maximize opportunities across our portfolio. We’re excited to have Bob continue his storied career here at HBSE.”
Myers spent the first 14 years of his career as a sports agent before beginning his fromt office role with the Golden State Warriors. Myers helped assemble the rosters with the Warriors that won titles in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022. Myers left the Warriors when his contract expired in 2023.
“I have been fortunate to know Josh and David for a long time, and I’ve always greatly admired them and respected how they’ve built such an impressive global sports portfolio,” Myers said. “This role was intriguing because it provides the opportunity to work with some of the industry’s most talented leaders and executives across the world’s biggest sports leagues.
“By leveraging HBSE’s global presence in sports, we can create competitive advantages for our athletes and teams that enhance our ability to win. This is the type of challenge and opportunity I was looking for, and I’m grateful to Josh and David for the chance to be a part of HBSE.”
Myers added: “I also want to thank Bob Iger, Jimmy Pitaro, and my colleagues at ESPN for an incredible experience during my time there and for their support as I pursue the next chapter of my career.”