It’s difficult to envision the Philadelphia 76ers passing up on more talent at the right price, particularly following the New York Knicks’ recent acquisition.
The Knicks’ deal for star big man Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves may have placed some unexpected pressure on team president Daryl Morey and the Sixers’ front office. Should Morey choose to investigate trade possibilities further, Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton could be a player to consider.
FanSided’s Elijah Hamilton suggests that trading for Collin Sexton could enable the 76ers to surpass the Knicks.
“To start, they could offer several key role players to the 76ers in exchange for draft picks and younger talent. One player who could benefit from a fresh start is Collin Sexton,” Hamilton stated.
The 6-foot-3, 190-pound guard is known as one of the league’s most tenacious defenders while also providing efficient scoring on offense. Last season, he averaged 18.7 points on 48.7% shooting, consistently creating problems for opposing backcourts.
“Sexton has demonstrated his ability to be a dynamic scorer off the bench during his NBA career, often acting as a spark for the Jazz’s offense last year,” Hamilton added. “He could bring that same energy to Philadelphia, providing a scoring boost off the bench for the 76ers.”
While Sexton’s role would be reduced in Philadelphia due to their talented guard lineup, pursuing the $70 million spark plug makes sense if winning a championship is a top priority for the 25-year-old.
