Last offseason saw numerous solid players only receive minimum contracts. Players such as Tyus Jones and Gary Trent Jr. certainly have resumes that should have allowed them to sign for more than the minimum, but that’s what they ended up getting (although Jones reportedly turned down larger deals because he had the opportunity to start with the Phoenix Suns). That’s why it was … [Read more...] about 76ers Key Trade Piece Eligible To Be Dealt On January 15
Jared McCain Out for the Season: What is Next for Philly?
The Philadelphia 76ers announced that Jared McCain will be out for the season following a torn meniscus. McCain was an early favorite for the Rookie of the Year award and a good contributor to the team. He had surgery a month ago, and while some fans hoped he would be back, the team decided to shut down those rumors. But without McCain, the Sixers have less depth at shooting … [Read more...] about Jared McCain Out for the Season: What is Next for Philly?
Sixers MVP Chimes In On ROY Race Amid Teammate’s Injury
With Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain officially ruled out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season, he’s essentially eliminated from winning the Rookie of the Year award. Unlike the Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player or Defensive Player of the Year award, there’s no 65-game minimum that McCain must reach. In fact, Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun was allowed … [Read more...] about Sixers MVP Chimes In On ROY Race Amid Teammate’s Injury
Notable Player Contracts That Become Fully Guaranteed On 1/10
There are numerous players in the NBA whose contracts will become guaranteed on January 10. The date to watch for them though is actually January 7. This is because those players will be on waivers for 48 hours if their team decides not to allow their contract to become fully guaranteed. The player must clear waivers ahead of that January 10 date. Here are some notable players … [Read more...] about Notable Player Contracts That Become Fully Guaranteed On 1/10
Would All-Star Trade Help Calm Sixers Storm?
The Philadelphia 76ers have went through as many emotions as any team since last summer. What Could Calm The Sixers’ Storm? First, there was the excitement of adding an All-Star talent. There was a chance it would be LeBron James, who was rumored to have at least a passing interest in joining their collective. Jimmy Butler, who has history with Daryl Morey and the Sixers … [Read more...] about Would All-Star Trade Help Calm Sixers Storm?