Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri Fired After 13 Years with the Franchise

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After 13 years of service, Toronto Raptors president and vice chairman Masai Ujiri was fired by the franchise on Friday, bringing an end to his tenure as the team's leader. Ujiri joined the Raptors in 2013 as executive vice president and general manager, a position he held until 2017, when Bobby Webster took over as GM. Under Ujiri's guidance, the Raptors won their only NBA title in 2019. The decision to part ways with Ujiri was announced one day after the conclusion of the NBA draft, with the team stating that a search for his successor would begin immediately. Despite the Raptors' struggles last season, finishing 30-52 and missing the playoffs, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment president and CEO Keith Pelley expressed confidence in the team's rebuild under the guidance of Bobby Webster and his team.

Key Takeaways:

  • Masai Ujiri, the Toronto Raptors' president and vice chairman, was fired after 13 years with the franchise.
  • Ujiri joined the Raptors in 2013 as executive vice president and general manager, a position he held until 2017.
  • He was promoted to president and led the team to their only NBA title in 2019.
  • Ujiri's firing comes after the Raptors finished 30-52 last season and missed the playoffs.
  • Bobby Webster was given a contract extension, and the team will begin searching for Ujiri's successor immediately.
  • The Raptors' decision to part ways with Ujiri was described as "hard" but "the right decision for the team at this time" by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment president and CEO Keith Pelley.

Statistics:

  • 13 years: The length of Masai Ujiri's tenure with the Toronto Raptors.
  • 2013: The year Ujiri joined the Raptors as executive vice president and general manager.
  • 2016: The year Ujiri was promoted to president of the Raptors.
  • 2017: The year Bobby Webster took over as general manager of the Raptors.
  • 30-52: The Raptors' record last season, leading to a missed playoff appearance.
  • 1: The number of NBA titles won by the Raptors under Ujiri's leadership.

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