Former Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers made headlines last year when he stepped down from his position. As one of the highest-paid executives in the league, Myers’s decision to leave the Warriors was unexpected, especially since his contract was set to expire in late June.
Growing up in the Bay Area, Myers was a devoted fan of the Warriors. He decided to step down in May, turning down offers from the team to renew his contract. Recently, he explained his departure with a straightforward reason.
“I was done. I just couldn’t do it, I care too much to not give my best,” he said, per Law Murray of The Athletic.
Former Warriors GM Bob Myers on why he left Golden State: “I was done. I just couldn’t do it… I care too much to not give my best.” #GAMEPLAN24
— Law Murray 💡 (@LawMurrayTheNU) September 10, 2024
During his tenure with the Warriors, Myers, who once shared a wish for James and Stephen Curry to team up, was instrumental in leading the team to four NBA championships. His exceptional work earned him the NBA Executive of the Year award twice.