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Sixers excpected to land Josh Smith?

  • 12:47 PM ET  06.22
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 Early this morning I was checking Chris Broussard's blog on ESPN.com when I came across these rumors,

"Elsewhere, some say Atlanta doesn't want to go above $11 million per year to sign restricted free agent Josh Smith. If that's the case, look for Smith to end up in Philadelphia."

This is very interesting news for Sixer fans. How much are they willing to pay Josh Smith? Is he the answer at power forward? Does he have a championship attitude? There's no question Smith is one of the most talented players in the NBA and probably the most athletic, but throughout his career his character and work ethic have been questioned. If the Sixers signed J-Smoove, expect Philly to be one of, if not the most exciting team to watch, but fun and athletic doesn't always translate to winning. If we signed Smith instead of Brand, we'd be missing out on a ton of leadership, but Brand might be completely out of the question. Right Chris Broussard?

"The Sixers would love to get Elton Brand, but word is that he doesn't want to take a pay cut from the $16 million-plus he's due next season -- except to go to Miami."

If this is true I'd be devastated. I think Elton is the missing piece, but the Sixers aren't worried.

"So with Brand pretty much out of the question, Philly will look at Smith and Antwan Jamison. The Sixers can start either one at $11 million with 8 percent annual increases."

Right now all these are just rumors. Come July first, the fun will begin. I'm excited to see how it all pans out.

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June 24, 2008  08:08 AM ET
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Good post,I'm not sure either Smith or Brand will be in Philly this year. Brand I am somewhat leery of his health issues are still a concern. Lets see what the draft gets us this Thursday and move from there.

 
June 24, 2008  08:08 AM ET
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Good post,I'm not sure either Smith or Brand will be in Philly this year. Brand I am somewhat leery of his health issues are still a concern. Lets see what the draft gets us this Thursday and move from there.

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