Are the 76ers really that improved? They lost just as much as they gained... I think their record will be better but they aren't going any farther in the playoffs than they did this past year.
Who did they lose?? Harkless, Brand, and Iggy. They gained one of the best post players in the league in Bynum, they also picked up Dorell Wright who is no Iggy, but he can be a solid piece. They should be on that list as well as the Nuggets IMO.
My thought as well. Bynum is a great player, but people don't realize how much they lost when they traded away Iggy. He did ALOT for that team.
Brand was excellent for them last year, and Iggy was their best player. I don't mind the move, but to just say they definitely improved is rushing things. Like I said, Bynum isn't exactly trustworthy, and I could see him and Collins having some issues if things ever get tough (or Bynum doesn't get his way). Dorell Wright on the other hand, he's a decent player, but that's it. IMO he's more of a bench piece than a starter. He's not a elite shooter like people think he is, can't create his own shot, a underwhelming defender. In no way does he soften the blow of moving Iggy.
They don't have anyone to check Bron or Wade now either, or really Bosh for that matter, but that wasn't Iggy's job