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Masai Ujiri Steps Down as Toronto Raptors President

Rogers Communications' takeover of MLSE set the stage for his exit following three straight non-playoff campaigns.

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Overview

  • He stepped down on June 27 as he entered the final year of his contract with the Raptors.
  • His departure coincided with Rogers Communications gaining majority control of MLSE after Bell Canada sold its stake.
  • The Raptors ended the 2024-25 season with a 30-52 record, missing the playoffs for a third consecutive year.
  • Earlier exits of Larry Tanenbaum, Brendan Shanahan and Bill Manning left Ujiri as MLSE’s last remaining team president.
  • The Atlanta Hawks have expressed interest in hiring him as president of basketball operations and the Wizards and Knicks had previously pursued him.