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Paul George’s Potential Exchange With 76ers Tobias Harris Amid Critical Free Agency Might Take Place; NBA Insider Reveals
This offseason, the NBA could see a potential exchange between the Sixers' Tobias Harris and the Clippers' Paul George as they approach the critical free agency period.
There has been significant buzz surrounding a potential exchange between the Philadelphia 76ers' Tobias Harris and the Los Angeles Clippers' Paul George amidst the critical free agency period. While George had been considered the Sixers' top free-agent target, reports emerged suggesting a decline in the team's interest.
However, the fit between the nine-time All-Star and players like Embiid and Maxey is undeniable, with the Sixers having coveted George for a considerable amount of time. Embiid even went so far as to publicly recruit George during a joint appearance on ESPN's NBA Countdown show, underscoring the mutual interest between the two parties.
Paul George’s Potential Exchange With 76ers Tobias Harris
While George's status with the Clippers hangs in the balance, a potential sign-and-trade deal could be on the horizon to accommodate his desire for a four-year contract, something the Clippers have been hesitant to offer.
As per NBA insider Keith Pompey, the 76ers may offer the 16th pick in the draft and potentially involve Tobias Harris in a sign-and-trade deal. Another source within the league suggests that Los Angeles is interested in Harris, who will soon be a free agent and previously played for the Clippers.
If Paul George decides to enter free agency, it's possible that Philadelphia could pursue him as well, Pompey further went on to report.
With George facing a decision on his contract status by Saturday, the door remains open for various scenarios, including the possibility of a sign-and-trade agreement involving the Clippers and the Sixers. In this potential exchange, the Sixers could leverage assets like the No. 16 pick and explore the inclusion of Tobias Harris, a player of interest to the Clippers according to league sources.
Knicks emerge as another potential landing spot for Paul George
The New York Knicks have emerged as a potential landing spot for Paul George, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. With George having the option to opt-in to his $48.8 million player option for the 2024-25 season, the Knicks are reportedly a "potential trade suitor" for the nine-time All-Star. Stein's sources suggest that if George does opt-in, he could push for a trade to another team, with the Knicks being one of the destinations on his radar.
George's impressive performance in the 2023-24 season, where he averaged 22.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 74 games for the Clippers, has put him on the radar of teams looking to strengthen their roster for a deep postseason run.
While the Los Angeles Clippers may be contemplating retaining Paul George to make a championship push, the competitive landscape of the Western Conference and the team's early exit from the playoffs could prompt a reevaluation of their roster strategy. Trading George could signal a shift towards a retooling phase for the Clippers, allowing them to recoup valuable assets instead of risking losing him in free agency.
On the other hand, the Knicks, who secured the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference and made a playoff run, could benefit from adding a player of George's caliber to their roster. Teaming him up with players like Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Julius Randle could potentially bolster the Knicks' chances of making a deeper postseason push and forming a formidable core for the future.
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