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Sixers Weigh No. 3 Draft Choice Versus Trading Back

The franchise must decide whether to bolster its young core with a top prospect or leverage its No. 3 slot for veteran assets

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Overview

  • Philadelphia secured the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2018.
  • President of basketball operations Daryl Morey has affirmed plans to use the No. 3 pick, though league executives expect trade-back talks to unfold.
  • Top prospects on the Sixers’ radar include forward Ace Bailey, guard VJ Edgecombe, swingman Kon Knueppel, three-and-D threat Tre Johnson and center Khaman Maluach.
  • The team’s established core of Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Paul George will influence whether Philadelphia drafts for need or selects the best available talent.
  • Philadelphia also anticipates Kelly Oubre Jr. picking up his $8.3 million option and remains confident in re-signing restricted free agent Quentin Grimes.