On May 31, Beijing time, I finally left. At today's season wrap-up meeting, Bob Myers officially announced his resignation as head of basketball operations and general manager of the Warriors. Soon the Warriors official also tweeted to thank Miles for his efforts over the years: "2-time General Manager of the Year, 4-time championship, and the builder of an era." 11 seasons for the team! Thank you for everything. ”
Bob Myers became general manager of the NBA's Golden State Warriors in February 2014 and Miles concurrently served as president of basketball operations for the Warriors in September 2016. Over the course of 8 years, Myers' series of operations helped the Warriors win 4 championships! The Warriors have made these achievements today, and Myers is definitely one of the biggest contributors.
Statistics show that during Myers' time with the Warriors, the team's win rate was as high as 65.1% (minimum 750 games), second only to Cardinal Auerbach (65.2%) and former Spurs general manager R.C. Buford (70.1%).
Take a look back at the Miles Warriors history: Green was selected in the 2012 draft, Iguodala was traded in 2013, Kerr was hired as the team's head coach in 2014, Livingston was signed in 2014, won a championship in 2015, Rooney was selected in the 2015 draft, and 73 wins in 2015-16.
Signed Durant in 2016, won a championship in 2017, won a championship in 2018, drafted Poole in the 2019 draft, traded Wiggins in 2020, won a championship in 2022!
Myers' original contract with the Warriors expires in late June, and Miles and the Warriors have not agreed on a contract extension for the past few months! Many people speculate that the Warriors' unwillingness to pay caused the two sides to fight, which also disappointed the Warriors fans, everyone thought that the team should not treat the heroes like this, if they really let Miles go, the Warriors will definitely regret it for the rest of their lives!
But it's not that the Warriors aren't willing to pay more to re-sign Myers, nor did the latter leave because of money or relationships. According to sources, the Warriors offered Myers a hefty salary that was enough to make Myers one of the league's highest-paid executives! Unfortunately, Miles refused.
It is reported that the reason for Myers leaving the team is to take a break, and in the past few seasons, Myers has been managing the Warriors' big and small things, and such a high-intensity work has made him want to temporarily retire from the NBA. Some fans speculate that Myers wants to find a job unrelated to basketball and continue to create and challenge different industries.
For Myers' departure, although the entire Warriors team is very sad, they also understand and support Myers' decision. Curry immediately tweeted goodbye to wish Miles: "You are amazing in the role of general manager and did everything you have to do. And as a lifelong friend, I will always be grateful to you! Enjoy the next chapter of your life. ”
One brother tweeted to thank Miles: "Go and enjoy life, thank you!" Dream Green previously expressed his love for Miles on his podcast: "He is the one who will tell me the truth no matter what the situation!" I hope we can all stay here, but if Myers leaves, it's time for me to think about where I go next season. ”
Speaking about Myers' departure at the press conference, Warriors owner Lacob was also sad and helpless: "I don't understand why he left, because I always say I have 4 kids, but Bob is my 5th child. That's why it's sad to see him leave. ”
With Miles gone, Mike Dunleaway Jr. will take Miles' place! Before that, Dunleavy Jr. had participated in several general manager meetings for Miles, and the team management also thought that he would accept the job well. Going forward, Warriors owner Lacob is expected to seek more important roles for his sons Kirk Lacob (executive vice president of basketball operations) and Dunleavey Jr. (vice president of basketball operations).
Do you think the Warrior Dynasty is over?