Embiid may become the new favorite of the Thunder, and the 76ers rebuilding plan has quietly started
As the NBA season progresses, teams are in full swing to adjust their lineups with the intention of challenging for the championship. And in this undercurrent of trade waves, trade rumors between the 76ers and the Thunder have become the focus. According to multiple reporters, the 76ers have been open to trading core player Embiid, while the Thunder have shown strong interest in him.
In order to get Embiid, the Thunder are even willing to send potential star Chet and multiple first-round picks. However, the 76ers are in no hurry to take a stand, and it is clear that they want to get more leverage in the trade that will benefit the team's rebuild.
Embiid couldn't hide his dissatisfaction with the current state of the team in an interview, bluntly saying that if the team can't satisfy his championship aspirations, he may choose to leave. This undoubtedly put a lot of pressure on the management of the 76ers. They must get enough of the return on the trade to ensure the team remains competitive after Embiid's departure.
And for the Thunder, Embiid's addition will undoubtedly make them a strong contender for the championship in an instant. With Alexander and Embiid at the core, the Thunder will have one of the strongest inside and outside combinations in the league. Such a lineup configuration not only makes them difficult to solve on the offensive end, but also poses a huge threat to other teams on the defensive end.
However, it will not be easy to achieve this goal. The Thunder need to come up with enough sincerity and leverage to impress the 76ers. It is reported that they may use young player Keady as the main trade chip, and pair it with some draft picks in exchange for Embiid. Such a trading scheme looks quite tempting, but it remains to be seen whether it will succeed.
Of course, this trade negotiation has also caused heated discussions among fans. Some believe that Embiid's departure will make the 76ers a complete belly team, but others believe that they will find a new core player and rise again in the rebuilding process. And for the Thunder, if they can successfully bring in Embiid and form a tacit understanding with Alexander, then they can be a strong contender for the championship in the coming years.
In conclusion, trade talks between the 76ers and the Thunder will undoubtedly be a hot topic for some time to come. Regardless of the final result, we are looking forward to many more exciting games and stories that these two teams will bring us in the future.