Elton Brand Withdraws from Hawks' GM Search, Remains with Sixers

Elton Brand has withdrawn from the Atlanta Hawks' search for a new president of basketball operations and will remain with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he serves as the No. 2 executive under president Daryl Morey. Brand, a former two-time All-Star power forward and ex-Hawk player, transitioned to the Sixers' front office and served as general manager from 2018 until Morey's arrival in 2020, after which he maintained a key leadership role. The Hawks, who fired GM Landry Fields, are considering candidates including Danny Ferry, Monte McNair, Calvin Booth, and Shareef Abur-Rahim for their president position. Brand's tenure in Philadelphia has seen significant moves, though some long-term contracts from 2019 have not aged well, and the 2024-25 season was challenging due to injuries to stars Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey, resulting in 58 losses. The Sixers remain hopeful for better health, a favorable draft lottery outcome, and impactful offseason acquisitions to return to competitiveness. Brand's decision to stay in Philadelphia follows a similar withdrawal earlier in 2024 when he removed himself from consideration for the Charlotte Hornets' front office role.