Paul Hudrick (Paul Hudrick) of Libertyballers.com discusses the plight of the 76ers, and what to expect going forward. After the Buzzer, May 9, 2024 podbean.com/eas/pb-9rvh2-1…

The reality is most rookies are not ready to contribute on contending teams. Right now Lively, Wallace and Sheppard are the only rookies still in a rotation -- and even that's pretty damn rare.

They're likely going to trade their pick for a player that they know can help them now. Think Carter would be a fan favorite because he plays 100 mph, is a menace on defense and plays with a ton of fire.

The Sixers are probably going to look to trade their pick, but my goodness, Devin Carter would be a fan favorite overnight.

I’m sorry, some people shouldn’t have votes.

Brunson wound up getting his against the Sixers, but he had to work super hard to get Oubre off of him on switches. Think a reunion would behoove both Kelly and the Sixers.

The Jimmy Butler-Pat Riley trade standoff is going to be generational.

Daryl Morey said that he knows the Sixers won’t be able to sign all their free agents, but said he has a level of interest retaining everyone. Said Kelly Oubre, Jr. was “a breath of fresh air.”

Daryl Morey was asked about the idea of having three max players and basically said he doesn’t shy away from the challenge of finding creative ways to add players.

Daryl Morey has been asked multiple questions about the idea of signing “older” players. Basically said it’s a factor, but he’s simply looking for a player(s) that fits alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

Daryl Morey mentions a wing that can perform in the playoffs being a priority next to Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

Daryl Morey said the Sixers “are definitely looking at fit” around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey this offseason. Said there’s no focus on whether that’s a max player or a role player(s). “There is no formula or pattern.”

Daryl Morey specifically mentions Nick Nurse, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Paul Reed and Ricky Council IV as people he knows will be back.

Daryl Morey said he believes he could’ve done a better job building the depth of the team when Joel Embiid was out. Added that the main focus is building a team around Embiid.

Daryl Morey: “I owe it to the fans, to ownership, to everyone to get this team competing for a championship.”

Love what the Magic are building. They’re a shot-making guard away from being legit.

I normally like to take time away from hoops after the Sixers’ season ends. Ant is making me rethink that.

Mo Bamba said Joel Embiid called him late last night just to talk. Bamba said he was proud of the way Embiid fought through everything. The two had a pre-existing relationship, but Bamba said he gained even more respect seeing what Embiid went through.

De’Anthony Melton said he would love to come back, but knows this is a business. Spoke glowingly about his time in Philly.

De’Anthony Melton said he will not need surgery. Said he believes he knows what he needs to do to get healthy and get through a full season next year.