The Sixer Sense

The Philadelphia 76ers don’t currently own any picks in the 2023 NBA Draft. That won’t prevent the scouting department from doing its homework ahead of June. The Sixers will enter the offseason shrouded in uncertainty, a lot of it stemming from James Harden’s free agency and the looming impact of the new CBA. The importance of affordable contributors on long-term contracts has never been higher. Thus, the draft has never been so important for non-lottery teams. It might behoove the Sixers to consider trading into the second round, which is generally not hard. Even the first round could hold potential targets, depending on what trades the front office considers. Here’s a look at the current NBA Draft landscape ahead of the May 16 lottery — including five wing prospects the 76ers should monitor.