If the Sixers are going to play through Embiid late in games, he must make the right reads in those situations.
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Same thing about Wallace… why did we get him anyways… I’m surprised he hasn’t been traded or released yet.
If Simmons is unable or simply refuses to add a perimeter jumper to his game, perhaps the only path to unlocking his potential is to surround him with four shooters.
Same with Wilbekin and Sampson. ", it should be, "How should the Sixers help Embiid or Simmons?" Tags: Markelle Fultz, Philadelphia 76ers, Brian Brennan. Does it work? The third postseason they had together, Simmons was out and couldn't play, obviously, in this Boston series.
It’s not a ton, but compared to last year, the roster seems pretty settled.Agreed. To become a three-point threat late in games, Embiid needs to have his legs, and that means getting in better overall shape. Teams will continue to follow that blueprint and see if Embiid can keep up.The series sweep against the Celtics also highlighted the need for Embiid to improve his decision-making when he gets double-teamed. Simmons can easily make the leap from 16 points per game to 20 or more if he sets his mind to it.Now to Embiid.
76ers Rumors: The Latest on Brett Brown, Elton Brand, and More After getting swept by the Boston Celtics on Sunday, there's a lot going on within the Philadelphia 76ers organization. Are they good enough?
Because you don't just stumble into talent like these two young stars every year. In terms of player development with non-star players — helping young guys like Matisse Thybulle and Shake Milton reach new levels, for instance — there’s little to suggest Kidd is a good candidate. Avid fans have a strong desire to hear from the common (or not so common) "man" as well.
The question shouldn't be "How should the Sixers trade Embiid or Simmons? They're fantastic players, and when given the correct help (and maybe better coaching?)