Morey was seen among a number of executives around the league at the Klutch pro day for the 2025 draft prospects. One name that stands out is Duke big man Khaman Maluach who could be an option for Philadelphia. Especially, if the Sixers trade down.

Readers also asked about Paul George and Guerschon Yabusele, a free agent who could demand more than the Sixers have to offer.

Instead, the Sixers exited the lottery with the No. 3 overall pick, choosing only behind the Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs. It’s the ultimate consolation prize for a nightmare season, and a real opportunity to improve the team’s talent base going forward.

However, President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey had a bold claim on the recovering Embiid when he hopped on the "Rights to Ricky Sanchez" podcast:

Gillie and Wallo joined Paul George on the latest episode of 'Podcast P' to discuss the Sixers’ disappointing season and their expectations for next year.

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Sixers President of Basketball Operations, Daryl Morey, has provided an encouraging update on Joel Embiid's recovery from surgery

Joel Embiid is the Philadelphia 76ers’ most important player. The seven-footer has been excellent when healthy, and the franchise decided to finally build a championship roster around him.