Daryl Morey

Daryl Morey

Keynote Speaker: Former President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers; Co-Founder of the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference

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Daryl Morey Biography

Daryl Morey is recognized as a leading executive in professional basketball, credited with advancing the use of analytics and data-driven decision-making in NBA front offices. Morey earned a bachelor's degree in computer science with an emphasis on statistics from Northwestern University and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. He began his career with STATS, Inc., a sports data firm, and later worked for the Parthenon Group, brokering sports team deals. This experience led to a position with the Boston Celtics as senior vice president of operations, where he introduced analytics to a league traditionally reliant on instinct and experience.

Morey succeeded Carroll Dawson as general manager of the Houston Rockets, becoming the first NBA general manager hired for expertise in advanced statistical analysis. During his tenure, Houston compiled a 640-400 record, the second-best in the NBA during that period. The Rockets made eight consecutive playoff appearances, including multiple trips to the Western Conference Finals, marking the longest streak in the league at the time. Morey was instrumental in acquiring All-Star players such as James Harden, Kyle Lowry, Dwight Howard, and Chris Paul. In one season, Morey earned Executive of the Year honors, while Harden was named MVP, following a franchise-best 65-17 regular season.

Morey's influence extends beyond basketball operations. Author Michael Lewis featured Morey as the central figure in the book "The Undoing Project," highlighting his use of analytical methods to identify undervalued talent and his connection to the work of behavioral economists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky. Morey has been a prominent figure in sports analytics, annually co-chairing the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and speaking at institutions such as the Yale School of Management, where he discussed the ongoing impact of data on basketball strategy and management.

The Philadelphia 76ers named Morey president of basketball operations, where his tenure overlapped with Joel Embiid's MVP season and the team's challenges with injuries and postseason exits. Under Morey's leadership, the Sixers' front office made notable draft selections, including Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, and VJ Edgecombe. After six seasons, Morey departed the organization following a second-round playoff exit. His legacy includes modernizing NBA front office practices, advancing the use of analytics in basketball, and influencing roster management strategies across the league. Morey's career and contributions continue to shape discussions about the role of data and analytics in professional sports.

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Daryl Morey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, Sports Motivation, Athlete, Innovation, Business Leadership and Artificial Intelligence.

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Daryl Morey generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Daryl Morey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sports, Sports Motivation and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Daryl Morey for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Daryl Morey generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gary Foote, Heather E. McGowan and Ian Beacraft. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Daryl Morey for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/05/2026.
  • How do I book Daryl Morey to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Daryl Morey for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Daryl Morey, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Daryl Morey or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Daryl Morey for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Daryl Morey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Daryl Morey are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Daryl Morey, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Daryl Morey speak about?

    Daryl Morey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, Sports Motivation, Athlete, Innovation, Business Leadership and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Where does Daryl Morey travel from?

    Daryl Morey generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Daryl Morey?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Daryl Morey for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Daryl Morey for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Daryl Morey or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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