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Masai Ujiri Departs as Raptors President, MLSE Begins Search

A search for Ujiri’s successor is underway with GM Bobby Webster at the helm of the front office during preparations for the upcoming free agency.

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Oct 2, 2023; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri during Media Day at the Hilton Toronto. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Overview

  • Masai Ujiri officially left the Raptors one day after the NBA Draft with one year remaining on his contract.
  • MLSE President and CEO Keith Pelley lauded Ujiri’s impact on the franchise and has engaged CAA Executive Search to identify a new team president.
  • General manager Bobby Webster received a contract extension and will lead basketball operations through the offseason.
  • The Raptors closed the 2024–25 season at 30–52, marking their third consecutive campaign without a playoff berth.
  • Ujiri is widely expected to draw interest from other NBA teams, notably the Atlanta Hawks, for senior basketball operations roles.