As the NBA trade deadline nears, the Philadelphia 76ers are likely to feature in numerous trade rumors. Equipped with assets from the James Harden trade, Daryl Morey has the means to enhance the team in the upcoming weeks.
Before OG Anunoby’s recent trade to the New York Knicks, he was strongly linked to the Sixers. While some suggested pursuing Pascal Siakam, rumors around that idea have been scarce. Ahead of their recent game against the Knicks, the Sixers were reportedly exploring another former Eastern Conference All-Star.
Dejounte Murray of the Atlanta Hawks was mentioned, with reports indicating several teams, including the Sixers and the Los Angeles Lakers, keeping an eye on him.
However, it seems Murray might not be the top priority for Philadelphia. Despite Murray’s impressive track record and solid stats this season—averaging 20.6 PPG, 4.6 RPG, and 5.2 APG—he may not be the primary focus due to concerns about his contract.
Murray’s four-year, $114 million deal signed in the offseason could impact the Sixers’ flexibility, especially considering their significant projected cap space for the upcoming offseason. While Murray fits the defensive profile the Sixers seek and could pair well with Tyrese Maxey, concerns about his contract might dissuade them from pursuing such a substantial financial commitment at this time.
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