Philadelphia 76ers Makes Statement at the Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia 76ers made some very assertive moves during this year’s NBA trade deadline.

Going into the NBA’s trade deadline, the 76ers main problem was lack of depth, which was surprising, since last year it was one of their strong points.

But, trading for Jimmy Butler, they traded away key guys such as Dario Saric and Robert Covington.

The 76ers regained their depth, however, by trading for Tobias Harris, a well-needed stretch four and decent defender, Boban Marjanovic a 7’3 big man, who will definitely help with the lack of big man talent off the bench for the 76ers and Mike Scott. However, you have to give something up in order to get something in return, the 76ers traded away promising rookie Landry Shamet, Wilson Chandler, Mike Muscala, 2020 first round pick lottery protected, 2021 first Miami’s pick, and 2021 and 2022 second round picks, to the Los Angeles Clippers, in order for the trade to be accepted.

The Philadelphia 76ers traded 2017 #1 overall pick Markelle Fultz to the Orlando Magic for Jonathon Simmons, a 2020 first-round pick top 20 protected pick from the Oklahoma City Thunder and a second-round pick.

The 76ers received James Ennis from the Houston Rockets in exchange for the right to swap 2021 second-round draft picks.

Also, the Philadelphia 76ers traded for Malachi Richardson a young talented guard and 2022 second round pick from the Toronto Raptors.


The trades definitely raise the stakes for the 76ers coming out the East Conference, as long as everyone stays healthy. Only time will tell if that’s true.

Philadelphia 76ers Make Blockbuster Trade for Jimmy Butler

Today, the 76ers made a trade for Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler. The 76ers traded Robert Covington, Dario Saric, Jerryd Bayless, and a 2022 second round pick, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Jimmy Butler and Justin Patton.

The Sixers have been star searching for their final piece to create their own big three in Philly since last summer. After trading for Jimmy Butler, the search may finally be completed.

Although Jimmy Butler has been a headcase in both Minnesota and in Chicago, I believe he’ll fit in well in Philly considering Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid work hard, unlike the young stars in Minnesota, such as Andrew Wiggins & Karl Anthony-Towns.

Jimmy Butler tantrums finally got his wish and now has been traded to a team that’s ready to get to next level. Jimmy Butler has been averaging 21.3 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 4.3 assists per game this year.

Considering the continued struggles Markelle Fultz has been having it was time for a change. Since JJ Redick is a defensive liability, having him come off the bench is a necessity. Jimmy Butler may be the last piece to get the Sixers to claim the throne of the East and get past the Celtics and Raptors to face the NBA juggernaut Golden State Warriors possibly in the NBA Finals.

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Fultz & Tatum Doesn't Disappoint In Utah Summer League Debut

Markelle Fultz and Jayson Tatum put on a show last night in the Utah summer league.

Fultz came out firing hitting his first two shots, while Jayson Tatum started off slow shooting one for three. Fultz looked very relaxed; he even showed he was locked in on defense where he made two blocks. His most exceptional block of the game was when he pinned Boston Guard Demetrius Jackson shot on the backboard.

At halftime, the score was tied 44-44. Although Fultz and Tatum were who the fans came to see, Jaylen Brown refused to be out shined. Jaylen Brown finished with 17 points and six rebounds at halftime. Jayson Tatum finished with nine points at halftime. Markelle Fultz finished with seven points at halftime.

At the start of the third quarter, the 76ers came out rolling, which lead to a 17-3 run. Most people would think this game was over. But, Jaylen Brown & Jayson Tatum refused to go down easily. At the end of the third quarter, the 76ers lead the Celtics 71-64.

In the fourth quarter, both teams kept trading baskets. Everyone knew it would
come down to who had the last shot. Jayson Tatum took a few dribbles and pulled up for a jumper and hit nothing but net to put the Boston Celtics up one point with 5.1 seconds left in the game. Now it was the other rookies turn to see if he could match what Tatum did. Fultz caught the ball and dribbled baseline, he tried a reverse layup for the win, but Jaylen Brown wasn't having it and made the game-saving block for the Celtics. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 89-88.

Jaylen Brown finished with 29 points and 13 rebounds. It was clear Jaylen Brown had been in the lab working on his game this summer. Brown hit three three-point shots last night, which was the weakest part of his game heading into the 2016 NBA draft. Jayson Tatum finished with 21 points, seven rebounds, five steals, and three assists. Abdel Nader finished with 13 points and seven rebounds.

Markelle Fultz finished with 17 points and three blocks. Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot finished with 16 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Alex Polythress finished with 11 points and eight rebounds. Larry Drew II finished with ten 10 points and five rebounds. Former Saint Joseph Hawks star Isaiah Miles finished with 10 points and seven rebounds off the bench. Jonah Bolden, who was the 76ers 2017 second round pick, finished with nine points, four rebounds, and four blocks. Aaron Harrison finished with 12 points, four rebounds, and four steals.

76ers will resume Utah Summer League play tomorrow night at 9 PM ET against the Utah Jazz.

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