On February 24, Beijing time, the famous Zach Lowey talked about the Philadelphia 76ers' team building plan in a podcast show, and he believed that Philadelphia also had the opportunity to build a big three lineup, and they could find another star partner for Harden and Embiid to increase the chances of successfully breaking the championship. The NBA Analysis Network then listed three potential targets for Philadelphia to bring in a third star.
"Harden could refuse to execute his player option and then re-sign for less money, and then Philadelphia could send Tobias Harris away, freeing up space almost the equivalent of a top salary to get a third star." Lowe said on the show. The Nets Big Three didn't ultimately succeed, so can Philadelphia build a Big Three duo to win? Harden has previously said that he is willing to pay everything for Philadelphia to win the championship, and taking less salary may be within his ability to bear.
The NBA Analysis Network then listed three potential signing targets for Philadelphia, arguing that they were all the ones who might be paired with Harden and Embiid. The three targets are Lillard, LaVine and Bill.
Damian Lillard
The 76ers were interested in Lillard, and it was already an open secret. Previously, they had hoped to exchange Simmons for Lillard. In the offseason, it is entirely possible that they will launch another pursuit of Lillard. The Blazers have sent Powell, Covington and McCollum in a row, and the determination to rebuild may make them willing to send Lillard away.
Lillard, 31, is still in the prime of his career, and while he has repeatedly said he doesn't want to leave Portland, plans often don't keep up with the changes. The allure of playing with Harden and Embiid to win the championship may impress the superstar. The US media believes that these three people will form the most unstoppable scoring trio in the league, making the 76ers the best team in the league at once.
Zach-Lavin
Lillard still has a multi-year contract left, and LaVine will become a full free agent at the end of the season. The Bulls have had a huge success this season, with many believing that LaVine won't leave Chicago, but he's not making up his mind at the moment. "Free agency was an important milestone for me, it was the first time I'd really become a full free agent, it was a whole new experience," LaVine said. He also said he wasn't sure if the goal was a top salary, but he wanted the contract he deserved.
In the offseason, the Bulls will have a tight salary space, but they will definitely strive to provide a contract that LaVine wants. The trident of Vucevic + Raven + DeRozan is the heart of the Bulls. Philadelphia wants to get Lavin by signing first and then exchanging it, which is not small.
Bradley Bill
On the previous wish list for the trade of Simmons, Lillard and Harden were ranked high, as were the Wizards' Bill. Getting Beal is also difficult, and it's possible that Bill will sign a sky-high contract with the Wizards in the offseason worth more than $240 million.
Us media predict that Bill may be sent away before the 2023 trading deadline, but it is estimated that it will be difficult to get him in this offseason. All three of these goals are difficult to achieve, and Philadelphia may need to take a back seat and choose other goals. However, do not underestimate Philadelphia's mobility, there were many people who thought that Philadelphia could not be replaced by Harden, but they eventually did it.