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Bob Myers prepares for next step after Golden State Warriors

By Peter O'Keefe

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors hugs general manager Bob Myers after the Warriors defeated the Kings 120-100 in game seven of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Golden 1 Center on April 30, 2023 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors hugs general manager Bob Myers after the Warriors defeated the Kings 120-100 in game seven of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Golden 1 Center on April 30, 2023 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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It’s been over two months since Bob Myers announced his resignation as President of Basketball Operations and General Manager of the Golden State Warriors.

Now, after some speculation of what the 48-year-old could be doing after his 12-year tenure with the franchise, it appears Myers is ready to take the step in the NBA, albeit in a completely different role.

Former Golden State Warriors’ General Manager Bob Myers is nearing a deal to become an analyst for ESPN’s ‘NBA Countdown’ coverage.

According to the New York Post’s Ryan Glasspiegel, Myers is close to adding to a revamped ESPN coverage ahead of next season. Earlier in the offseason it was reported that Malika Andrews would replace Mike Greenberg as host of NBA Countdown.

ESPN have also made major moves in their play-by-play coverage, with Doris Burke and former Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers to replace Jeff Van Gundy and former Warrior head coach Mark Jackson.

General Manager Bob Myers of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with fans during the Victory Parade on June 20, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Michael Urakami/Getty Images)
General Manager Bob Myers of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with fans during the Victory Parade on June 20, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Michael Urakami/Getty Images) /

Along with his extensive media experience during his time as Golden State General Manager, Myers has been honing his craft through his own podcast in recent times. ‘Lead by Example’ began in January this year, with Myers interviewing a host of big names including Warrior superstar Stephen Curry.

Golden State made the playoffs in nine of Myers’ 12 seasons at the franchise. He orchestrated four championship teams in the past nine seasons, including the drafting of Draymond Green and the free agent additions of Andre Iguodala and Kevin Durant.

Myers was replaced by his right-hand man, former Golden State player Mike Dunleavy Jr. The 42-year-old wasted no time stamping his imprint on the Warrior roster, trading young guard Jordan Poole for veteran Chris Paul in a blockbuster deal earlier this offseason.

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Should the ESPN move eventuate, it will be interesting to watch Myers comment on his former team from beyond the franchise. He’ll undoubtedly be in hot demand should a managerial role arise throughout the league in the next 12-24 months.

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