The Toronto Raptors are reportedly parting ways with team president Masai Ujiri after 12 impactful years, including leading the franchise to its first NBA championship in 2019. The decision comes from the Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment ownership, with Ujiri's contract set to expire next year. Following recent trends at MLSE where other team presidents, like Brendan Shanahan, have been dismissed, Ujiri's exit raises questions about the direction of the Raptors. During his time, Ujiri was known for pivotal decisions, such as acquiring Kawhi Leonard and building a competitive team over multiple seasons.
The Toronto Raptors are parting ways with team president Masai Ujiri, who guided the team to its first NBA title in 2019.
Ujiri's exit follows the trend at Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment of dismissing team presidents, with others let go recently.
His tenure included bold decisions like trading DeMar DeRozan for Kawhi Leonard and making significant coaching changes.
During Ujiri's leadership, the Raptors made the playoffs for seven consecutive seasons from 2013 to 2020.
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