Sam Hinkie
Definition
Sam Hinkie (born December 1977) is an American businessman and former basketball executive who served as the President of Basketball Operations and General Manager for the Philadelphia 76ers from 2013 to 2016.
He is best known for implementing 'The Process,' a controversial long-term rebuilding strategy that involved intentionally underperforming to secure high draft picks, reshaping NBA roster-building philosophies.
Currently, Hinkie is the founder of 87 Capital and remains an influential voice in basketball analytics, occasionally commenting on NBA events via social media.
Examples
Sam Hinkie's 'The Process' turned losing into an art form, making Sixers fans patient philosophers overnight.
When the playoffs hit in 2026, even Sam Hinkie couldn't resist GIF-ing his vindication as the Sixers finally slayed the Celtics.
Drafting like Sam Hinkie means betting the farm on future unicorns while the league wonders if you're secretly a time traveler.
Sam Hinkie's resignation read like a TED Talk on stoicism, leaving Philly with picks, principles, and a whole lot of 'what ifs.'