The Hypothetical Trade
Minnesota acquires Ben Simmons from Philadelphia
Philadelphia acquires No. 1 pick, Josh Okogie, James Johnson
If the 76ers were to pull off this trade, it would require an all-in strategy to acquire the No. 1 pick. Philadelphia has to closely monitor the luxury tax threshold in taking on too much salary, if they were to part with Simmons.
The question for Philadelphia becomes, would they be willing to take on pieces such as Okogie, Johnson, or perhaps even a player such as James Johnson in order to get the No. 1 pick?