Lakers Land Sixers’ Joel Embiid In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The Philadelphia 76ers Do The Deal 

This summer stands to get very complicated for the Sixers if they don’t win an NBA championship. 

After all, James Harden has a player option on his contract. Rumors are beginning to spread about what he might do with it. The bearded superstar may be poised to leave Daryl Morey for a second time. 

If he is, don’t be surprised if an Embiid trade request follows. In that event, the Sixers may opt to bottom out. On the other hand, if Davis is available, they don’t have to. 

By contrast, let’s imagine that Harden stays put. This could still make sense. Davis may function better as a pick-and-roll partner for Harden.

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers & Los Angeles Lakers Updates

More importantly, this draft capital could serve the Sixers well down the road. 

Should the Lakers part with it? 

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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