If there’s one thing you can say about Daryl Morey, it’s that the man knows how to keep himself entertained. Whether he’s pulling off wild trades, beefing with the league office, or—apparently—scrolling Twitter with absolutely zero self-control, he always finds a way to stay in the mix. And this time? The Philadelphia 76ers were busy sitting 20 games under .500, and Morey was… out here liking Kesha’s bottom on Twitter.
Bold move. Gutsy, even. Especially when your team clearly needs you more than Kesha does.
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Naturally, fans had questions. But one stood out above the rest—who is Daryl Morey’s wife? And more importantly, how does she feel about her husband running a franchise while also engaging in some truly elite-level social media degeneracy? Let’s get into it.
Who is Daryl Morey’s Wife, Ellen? What Does She Do for a Living?
Unlike her extremely online husband, Ellen Morey stays far, far away from the NBA spotlight. And honestly? That might be the smartest thing she’s ever done. There’s barely any info out there about her—she’s married to Daryl, and that’s about as much as you’re gonna find. It’s like trying to find Ben Simmons at a three-point contest. Just… nothing.
That said, she does have a social media account. She made an X (formerly Twitter) profile back in 2009, though she barely posts. When she does, it’s usually to support the 76ers—especially during Joel Embiid’s MVP campaign. That’s right. While Daryl was out here trying to sign James Harden for the 47th time, Ellen was actually hyping up the team. There’s even a picture of her at Wells Fargo Center, proving that while Daryl is busy playing 4D chess with the trade machine, she’s in the trenches, repping the squad.
Honestly? If Morey ever gets fired (again), maybe Ellen should take over. At least she wouldn’t be out here double-tapping celebrity thirst traps while the team is tanking.
Do Daryl Morey and Ellen Morey Have Kids?
Yep. The Moreys have a daughter, Karen Morey, who took a slightly different career path than her dad. Instead of dedicating her life to crunching salary cap numbers and hoping James Harden doesn’t blow up another franchise, Karen went into film. She studied at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, where, instead of dealing with trade deadlines, she got to focus on making movies.
But here’s where it gets interesting—Karen actually made a documentary about one of the biggest moments in her dad’s career: the 2012 trade that brought Harden to Houston. The short film, From Sixth Man to MVP, broke down how Harden went from being an overlooked piece in OKC to becoming the face of Morey’s beloved analytics revolution.
She didn’t just wing it, either. She interviewed some serious NBA insiders, including her own dad, longtime Houston Chronicle writer Jonathan Feigen, and Rockets assistant coach Brett Gunning. And the biggest takeaway? The world doubted Harden, but Morey saw something no one else did.
Dec 15, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers resident of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey speaks with the media before a game against the Detroit Pistons at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Looking back, that’s pretty funny considering how their relationship ended. But hey, at least Karen got a solid documentary out of it.
And let’s be real—she dodged a bullet here. Imagine being a GM’s kid and getting forced into front-office work. She could’ve been stuck in a draft war room arguing with her dad about why signing another 40-year-old Harden was a bad idea. Instead, she’s out here making movies while Daryl keeps dealing with the chaos. Smart move.
In the end, the Morey family story is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those orbiting the high-stakes world of professional sports. While Daryl Morey remains a figure of constant intrigue, his wife, Ellen, exemplifies the power of quiet support, and their daughter, Karen, demonstrates that carving your own path is the ultimate victory. Whether it’s navigating the chaos of the NBA front office or the nuanced world of filmmaking, each member of the Morey family has found their own way to play the game of life. And as for Daryl? He’ll undoubtedly keep us entertained, one tweet at a time.
So, there you have it—Ellen Morey, the woman who somehow puts up with Daryl’s chaotic energy, and their daughter, Karen, who wisely chose Hollywood over NBA stress. Ellen keeps it low-key, shows up to support the Sixers, and doesn’t bother with the nonsense. Karen made an entire film about her dad’s biggest career gamble and then went right back to her own thing.
And as for Daryl? Well, he’s still out here making trades, managing egos, and apparently, getting caught up in some Twitter distractions. Some things never change.
At least the man keeps life interesting.
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