The Philadelphia Sixers’ center and forward Joel Embiid is likely to ask for a move this summer. The Sixers are struggling with the James Harden situation, and it is expected that if Harden succeeds in getting his desired move, Embiid will look for a way out as well. The potential move might happen this summer or next summer if the Sixers fail to perform to Embiid’s liking.
Embiid played a total of 66 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 33.1 points, 4.2 assists, and 10.2 rebounds per game. He played a vital role for the Sixers last season; it would be chaotic if they lost him along with James Harden. But the Knicks have shown interest in acquiring him, can they? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Philadelphia Sixers and the New York Knicks involving Joel Embiid.
What would the Knicks offer for Joel Embiid?
The Knicks are likely to offer RJ Barrett, Mitchell Robinson, and one first-round pick each from the years 2024,2026,2028 and 2030 in exchange for Joel Embiid. This trade would force the Sixers to rebuild again. Can they manage to convince their stars to stay?
“The Houston #Rockets are finalizing a trade to send Alperen Sengun, Tari Eason, and draft compensation to the Philadelphia 76ers for center Joel Embiid.”pic.twitter.com/uSsWkSJQEc https://t.co/JEfnPv4po0
— ᵂᴵᴸᴸ (@BiasedHouston) August 16, 2023
Why would the Sixers let Joel Embiid go?
If a star asks for a move, the teams are generally obliged to hear and fulfill the same. Also, this trade would give the Sixers two quality players who would help them in building their roster around Tyrese Maxey. They were already low on draft picks, and this deal gives them 4 of those. If the Sixers are forced to send Embiid, they might not mind sending him to the Knicks.
BREAKING: Joel Embiid requests trade from 76ers, per @wojespn pic.twitter.com/8C2iz1FL7p
— NBA Centel (Parody) (@TheNBACentel) August 13, 2023
Why would the Knicks like to sign Joel Embiid?
Who does not want the reigning MVP on their roster? The Knicks are no different, they have a competitive team already. Adding Embiid to the squad might help them make the last leap toward the title. They are giving up on the players they probably won’t need if they land Embiid, and the same goes for the draft picks as well.
Will the Sixers be able to keep James Harden and fix the issues later, or will they lose both Harden and Embiid? We’ll keep you updated.
