A fter signing Paul George in free agency last season, the Philadelphia 76ers had their sights set on contending for a title with their newly formed big three. Following an injury-ridden 2025 campaign, one analyst sounded off on the franchise in light of them being struck with more bad fortune.

Hitting on second-round picks will be crucial, as cheap but talented players will offset the top-heavy cap sheet. The Sixers' President of Basketball Operations has a strong history of drafting players in the second round, with names like Isaiah Joe, Paul Reed and, more recently, Adem Bona making a name for themselves or earning second contracts.

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Bailey, like the rest of the top picks in the draft, is partaking in Summer League in his first taste of NBA action. During one of his off days, the Jazz prospect had a chance to chop it up with a Hall of Famer. Photos emerged over the weekend of him alongside Sixers legend Allen Iverson.

After Guerschon Yabusele bet on himself as part of an NBA comeback, it paid off as he signed a two-year deal with the Knicks. But, turns out, he actually almost signed with the 2023 champs in the Nuggets. In a chat with BeBasket, Yabusele revealed in French part of his thought process when it came to signing with the Knicks instead of the Nuggets.

The Philadelphia 76ers are hopeful to retain star player Paul George for the upcoming season. However, recent reports have cast doubt on his future with the team.

The Sixers did get younger at certain positions and added size, though they still need Joel Embiid healthy and playing at a high level to contend for an NBA championship.

The Philadelphia 76ers will likely prioritize the re-signing of restricted free agent Quentin Grimes after they lost Guerschon Yabusele to the New York Knicks this summer, and NBA analyst Zach Lowe believes that doing so is the right move.