The Philadelphia 76ers embarked on a strategic plan known as "The Process" under the leadership of general manager Sam Hinkie. The goal was to rebuild the team by acquiring valuable draft picks through deliberate tanking. The team systematically traded away seasoned veterans in exchange for draft assets, with the hope of accumulating high-quality players to form the foundation of a future dynasty.
During this period, the Sixers faced the challenge of making the right draft selections. While they had some notable misses, such as Nerlens Noel, Michael Carter-Williams, Jahlil Okafor, Markelle Fultz, and Zhaire Smith, there were also players like CJ McCollum, Jayson Tatum, Mikal Bridges, Zach Lavine and Giannis Antetokounmpo available who could have been better choices. The team's strategy of selecting injured players or players with complications, like Joel Embiid and Dario Saric, allowed them to accumulate more picks but also came with risks.
Despite the challenges, the Sixers did have some successful draft picks. Joel Embiid, selected in 2014, and Ben Simmons, chosen in 2016, emerged as a dynamic duo that showed immense promise. They became the centerpiece of the team's future plans and helped the Sixers become a playoff contender.
Throughout the process, two players haunted the Sixers the most... First, the Sixers could have had Jayson Tatum, who beat them in the playoffs 3 times. They also allowed Jimmy Butler to walk after one year. Butler has gone on to have more success than the whole Sixers team combined.
The Process might be over because James Harden is likely to leave, Joel Embiid is getting older and there are holes in the roster that have not been filled.
Music: Randy Goffe AKA "Home"
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25 май 2023
