Philadelphia 76ers supporters exited yet another postseason with disappointment lingering, but optimism isn’t just on the horizon, it’s already present.
Tyrese Maxey has emerged as a genuine superstar, while Joel Embiid maintains MVP-level skills when in good health. The burdensome five-year contract for Tobias Harris, amounting to nearly $40 million in the 2023-24 season, has concluded, leaving the Sixers with ample salary cap space of over $60 million for the upcoming offseason.
Mo Dakhil’s analysis on Bleacher Report outlines Philadelphia’s position in free agency, highlighting various potential targets to elevate their dynamic duo to a Big 3. Among these prospects, former 76ers standout Jimmy Butler, currently with the Miami Heat, stands out as particularly intriguing.
For the next season, the Sixers have only three players under contract: Joel Embiid, Paul Reed, and Jeff Dowtin. This leaves room for several new additions to the team.
A significant portion of the available funds is expected to be allocated to re-signing Tyrese Maxey, who is a restricted free agent. This leaves sufficient space to sign another player to a max contract; the only question is who that will be. Throughout the offseason, the Sixers will be linked with Paul George if he opts not to renew his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Other potential options include a reunion with Jimmy Butler or pursuing Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans.
With substantial cap space and status as the sole true contender in this position, the 76ers are poised to be major players in free agency.
