The former MVP remains a lightning rod for a franchise desperate for a title. Whether he can stay healthy enough to carry it there remains the question.

Reid is making around $14 million this season. He has a player option in 2026. The Sixers can use Martin, Drummond and Eric Gordon to acquire Reid. Or, they can use Kelly Oubre Jr. alongside Martin. They have options and if the Timberwolves are willing to listen to an offer for Reid, they could obtain him without any issues.

PHILADELPHIA -- 76ers center Joel Embiid missed his third straight game Friday night, a 123-115 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, because of a sprained left foot. He has sat out 23 times this season.