Why The Orlando Magic Do The Deal
As we’ve eluded to, this deal makes the Magic younger. That’s the main incentive.
The pieces they’re getting back are a mixed bag. None of them have managed to carve out a significant place in Philly’s rotation this year, but that’s because the Sixers are trying to win an NBA championship.
Springer may be the most intriguing chip here. He’s a hyper-athletic young guard with a lot of upside – who’s proven little at the NBA level so far.
By contrast, Thybulle has proven plenty. He’s proven that he’s one of the best defenders in the NBA. Unfortunately, he’s also proven that he’s an offensive liability.
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Meanwhile, Korkmaz is solid, but in this case, he’s mostly just a salary matcher.
Is Harris valuable enough for the Sixers to part with three players?