Philadelphia 76ers fans were disappointed with the postseason, but there's reason to be hopeful as they already have good prospects.
Tyrese Maxey has become a star, while Joel Embiid remains at an MVP level when not injured. The six-year deal for Tobias Harris has finally ended, giving the Sixers around $60 million in salary cap space for the offseason. $40 million Mo Dakhil from Bleacher Report explained that the Sixers might pursue several free agents to build a Big 3 with Maxey and Embiid, including former 76ers player
Jimmy Butler who currently plays for the Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler Were 76ers Teammates 5 Years AgoBefore joining the Heat five years ago, Butler played 55 games alongside Embiid in Philadelphia. The 76ers chose Harris over Butler, and history unfolded. Miami Heat.
The Sixers only have three players under contract for next season: Joel Embiid, Paul Reed and Jeff Dowtin. There will be several new faces incoming.
A large chunk of that money will go to Tyrese Maxey, as he is a restricted-free agent. That leaves enough room for another max player to be signed; it is just a matter of who. All [offseason] long, the Sixers will be linked with Paul George if he does not re-sign with the [Los Angeles] Clippers. Other names include a possible reunion with Jimmy Butler and New Orleans’ Brandon Ingram.
The 76ers are the only true contender with significant cap space this offseason, and that will make them players in free agency.
Despite getting older and facing injuries, Butler is known for his playoff performance and is still close with Embiid.
GettyAdditionally, Butler is not a ball-dominant player and could complement Embiid and Maxey. Throughout his 13-year career, Butler has averaged only
12.7 field goal attempts per game Jimmy Butler Can Opt Out of Contract With Heat, Into Free Agency Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat.
Butler has expressed his desire to end his career with the Heat, potentially ruling out the 76ers. However, the 76ers could be in a stronger position to win in the next few years than the Heat. Butler just finished the second year of a three-year $146.4 million deal with the Heat, and he has the option to become a free agent and negotiate a more lucrative contract. Philadelphia 76ers supporters ended another playoff attempt feeling disappointed, but there is already a reason to feel hopeful for the future. Kawhi Leonard.
The Raptors went on to win the NBA Finals that season, while the 76ers chose Harris over Butler, and the rest is history.
While Butler has obviously gotten older and injuries have been an issue for him in recent years, the 34-year-old has proven himself as a playoff closer and one of the toughest players in the league. He and Embiid also continue to have a relationship.
Futhermore, Butler isn’t the type of ball-dominant offensive player who will concern himself with shot attempts or take away from the offensive production both Embiid and Maxey are capable of providing. Butler has averaged just 12.7 field goal attempts per game over the course of his 13-year career.
Jimmy Butler Can Opt Out of Contract With Heat, Into Free Agency
GettyJimmy Butler of the Miami Heat.
Butler has said he intends to retire with the Heat, which may disqualify the 76ers from the running before negotiations can even begin. That said, one can make a strong argument that Philly is in a better position to win over the next few years than Miami given Emiid’s and Maxey’s career arcs compared to those of Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro of the Heat.
Butler just finished out the second year of a three-year deal with the Heat worth a total of $146.4 million. The final season is a player option worth $52.4 million, though Butler can opt out and hit unrestricted free agency if he chooses.
That option makes the most sense for the six-time All-Star whether he wants to return to Miami or play elsewhere, as he can sign for considerably more money over a new multiyear contract.
