Harden took a significant pay cut to show his willingness to win with the 76ers. However, his performance on the court next season will be the biggest factor. He was one of many disappointing players in the playoffs who must prove he can be elite in high-pressure games. With more

Harden's significant pay cut shows his willingness to win with the 76ers . However, his performance on the court next season will be the biggest factor. He was one of many disappointing players in the playoffs and he had to prove he could be elite in high-pressure games. With more players added, Philadelphia will be better positioned for the playoffs.

The 76ers addressed their need for 3-and-D players by signing P J. Tucker and adding Daniel House as a backup. However, they could still use more help on the wings, especially off the bench.

Tucker and Tobias Harris will likely occupy the forward spots in the starting lineup, with the Phillies taking on House, George Niang, Matisse Tibler and Furkan Coe advance with the support of Erkmaz. While Melton and Paul Reed will be solid backups, the Sixers could use more firepower off the bench. Their best option is to find a 3-and-D forward.

Philadelphia's roster is far from perfect, nor is it an ideal supporting cast for Embiid . However, it's worth it for them to bring this roster into the season and see how it does. The only caveat is that if a Kevin Durant trade is possible, anyone other than Embiid should be available in that scenario. If that never comes to fruition, the Sixers' next step is to look at the pieces they've assembled and build the best team they can.