Sixers Land Hornets’ Gordon Hayward In Bold NBA Trade Scenario

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Why The Philadelphia 76ers Do The Deal 

For the Sixers, no potential offseason move exists in a vacuum. James Harden’s potential decision weighs on anything they could do. 

If he leaves, this becomes a very attractive deal. The Sixers will suddenly need Hayward’s playmaking more than they’ll need Harris’ shooting. 

On the other hand, even if Harden is leaving, this is a good deal for Philly. On the one hand, it makes them deeper – the Sixers are landing two rotation players for one. Meanwhile, Martin can replace a fair portion of Harris’ production. 

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More broadly, the Sixers need some change. They’ve already started the process by firing Doc Rivers and hiring Nick Nurse.

If nothing else, this deal gives them a new look. Even if it means absorbing a bad contract. 

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James Piercey

James Piercey, a former writer for NBA Analysis Network, focused on constructing NBA trade ideas. He previously covered the Houston Rockets for SB Nation’s blog The Dream Shake, providing daily in-depth analyses of the team. His work also appeared in FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among other outlets.

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