The Philadelphia 76ers are gearing up for a pivotal new chapter in their front office, following the departure of Daryl Morey after six seasons as President of Basketball Operations. Under Morey, the Sixers were consistent playoff contenders, reaching the second round in four of six postseason appearances, but they ultimately fell short of championship glory. Managing partner Josh Harris and the ownership group decided it was time for a fresh approach.

Stepping in on an interim basis is Bob Myers, the former Golden State Warriors general manager who now serves as President of Sports for Harris & Blitzer Sports and Entertainment. Myers knows a thing or two about building winners—he guided the Warriors to four NBA championships during his 11-plus seasons at the helm. Now, he's tasked with finding the next leader of basketball operations in Philadelphia.

Speaking to the media alongside Harris on Thursday, Myers offered a detailed look at what the Sixers are seeking in their new front-office chief, his own role in the process, and the ideal timeline for making the hire. Here's what he had to say about the qualities that matter most:

"I'm a big believer in character and leadership," Myers explained. "I'm looking for a person who embodies those traits, but there are many layers that define success as a modern GM. You've got front-facing responsibilities, managing star players, communicating with ownership, handling contract negotiations, navigating the draft, evaluating analytics, and overseeing the medical staff. The list goes on. These jobs are enormous, so I want someone who can check as many of those boxes as possible—but also has the self-awareness to say, 'I'm not strong in this area, and I need support.' The misconception is that I did it alone in my previous role. That's not true. It takes a team of people to make an organization successful. Finding the right person to lead that team is the priority."