Philadelphia 76ers Receive: F/C Anthony Davis, 2029 First-Round Pick (Swap – LAL), 2030 First-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: C Joel Embiid
Of course, if any General Manager is likely to trade a star for a star, it’s Daryl Morey of the Sixers.
After all, this man is known as the league’s ultimate star chaser. Morey’s management philosophy boils down to one principle: get the best players you possibly can.
It started during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Morey recognized stardom in James Harden, and traded for him.
Then, he moved heaven and earth to pair him with Chris Paul.
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Of course, Morey brought Harden to the Sixers as well. The team already had Joel Embid, but in all likelihood, Morey was hired for his ability to bring star players to teams.
Could Davis really be the next star he targets?