The Philadelphia 76ers have a very good core lineup, Embiid , Harden , Maxey, Harris . These four players can all be considered powerful stars. Embiid is second in MVP this season, losing to Jokic again. Harden was once the MVP + scoring champion + assist leader. In the past two years, Harden has suffered consecutive hamstring strains, and the injuries have also had a great impact on him. Maxi has become a super player this season. The addition of Harden not only did not compete for the ball rights of Embiid and Maxi, but instead made Embiid the scoring leader this season and Maxi's average points per game soared. Harris is now developing into a 3D forward with both offense and defense. He is also considered a very good wing star. 180 million in 4 years. Congratulations to Harden. The 76ers officially announced their decision to trade reinforcements + sign to poach two birds with one stone.
The most important task for the Philadelphia 76ers now: how to complete an early contract extension with Harden. The president of the 76ers previously announced at a press conference that he will definitely give priority to completing the early contract extension with Harden during the offseason, and will do his best to build a better championship lineup around the trio of Embiid + Harden + Maxey. . Moreover, Old Rivers will continue to stay with the 76ers and continue to coach. He is very optimistic that Harden can be reborn next season, and Embiid will continue to play MVP-level data and dominance. After more time, The 76ers will become a championship-level team next season.
Many troll fans believe that Harden is only worth 30 million in annual salary and 120 million US dollars in 4 years. Harden will definitely not be willing to accept such a contract extension. For comparison, 37-year-old Paul has a 4-year contract of 120 million US dollars. 36-year-old Lowry joined Heat (90 million in 3 years, and his annual salary is also 30 million). However, in this year's playoffs , Paul and Lowry His performance is far inferior to Harden. Lowry averaged 7.8 points + 3.6 rebounds + 4.7 assists per game in this year's playoffs, shooting only 29% from the field and 24% from the three-point range. Not surprisingly, Lowry's garbage premium contract completely locked up the Heat and . Riley .
Regardless of age or strength comparison, the 32-year-old Harden is definitely stronger than the 37-year-old Paul and the 36-year-old Lowry. Therefore, even if Harden takes a salary cut, it is impossible to accept an annual salary of less than 30 million. What's more, this summer's offseason salary cap also increased, and the maximum salary also increased. American media NBA labor expert wrote an analysis saying that when the Rockets , the Rockets boss offered Harden a two-year, 110 million US dollar contract in order to retain Harden, but Harden refused; when the Nets In order to retain Harden, the Nets boss offered Harden a three-year, $163 million contract, but Harden also refused. Therefore, even if Harden reduces his salary, the extent will not be too large. NBA labor experts from US media believe that Harden’s contract extension with the 76ers in advance is around 180 million US dollars over four years, which is the most appropriate, which both parties are more willing to accept. A price point of .
76 people also officially announced a decision: the team is preparing to package the first-round pick + Danny Green + Selb in exchange for a stronger immediate player. US media NBA experts and reporters suggested: The Rockets management intends to sell Gordon , and the 76ers will use the first-round pick + Selb + Danny Green in exchange for Gordon + Tate. This transaction plan is a mutually beneficial win-win for the 76ers and Rockets. The Rockets can not only free up space, but also receive first-round pick compensation. Gordon and Tate are two players with strong defensive and three-point abilities. They joined the 76ers, which greatly enhanced the 76ers' strength. Gordon is also Harden's old partner, which is more conducive to integrating into the lineup.
US media reported that Heat forward Tucker jumped out of his contract, became a free agent and entered the free market. He is ready to pursue a better contract + join the championship-winning lineup. NBA reporters reported that if the 76ers management is willing to give Tucker a 2-3 year mid-level contract, Tucker is expected to be very interested in joining Philadelphia . First, Tucker and Harden have a very good relationship in private; second, Tucker is a very strong 3D player, and many championship teams are interested in him.
If the 76ers management can trade for Gordon and sign to strengthen Tucker, killing two birds with one stone, the team's lineup defense will be much stronger next season.Embiid + Harden + Maxey + Harris + Tucker + Best Sixth Man Gordon + Tate, this lineup is perfect when you think about it: you need MVP Embiid on the inside, and Harden on the outside. + Maxey + Gordon, flanker Harris + Tucker + Tate, both offensive and defensive, full of three-pointers and defense.
