Toronto Raptors common supervisor Bobby Webster has emerged because the frontrunner to switch Masai Ujiri as group president, based on league insiders. A number of sources indicated Webster is the popular inner candidate as MLSE conducts its govt search via CAA Govt Search.
League insiders described Webster’s candidacy with the phrase “Bobby’s to lose” throughout conversations in Las Vegas. Webster is reportedly within the promotion and is well-regarded each inside MLSE and throughout the NBA. His potential elevation explains why the search has additionally focused lower-tier executives who would complement Webster’s management.
MLSE has carried out background work on Chicago Bulls common supervisor Marc Eversley, a Brampton native with earlier Raptors expertise. Eversley served as assistant common supervisor beneath Bryan Colangelo and was instrumental in drafting DeMar DeRozan. He at present serves as a board member with Canada Basketball and maintains relationships with Webster and the group.
Indiana Pacers common supervisor Chad Buchanan can be into consideration by the Raptors entrance workplace. Sources indicated MLSE finds Eversley’s Canadian ties and multi-team NBA expertise notably interesting for the position.
Former Raptors head coach Dwane Casey, now a Detroit Pistons govt, has met with MLSE president Keith Pelley relating to the place. Pelley has additionally interviewed former Sacramento Kings common supervisor Monte McNair, who was named 2022-23 NBA Govt of the 12 months earlier than his April dismissal.
Kevin Pritchard represents maybe essentially the most intriguing exterior choice for Toronto. The longtime Indiana Pacers president led the franchise to the NBA Finals in June and the Jap Convention Finals in 2024. One league insider urged Pritchard is MLSE’s most well-liked alternative, although lateral strikes involving contracted executives current further problems in comparison with promotions.
