As the Philadelphia 76ers continue to mull over their options with injured star center Joel Embiid, it's fair to wonder if they would've been better off trading him long before reaching this point. NBA insider Jake Fischer revealed that there was once a scenario where the Sixers could've secured a massive haul from the New York Knicks if they made Embiid available for a trade.
The Philadelphia 76ers explain the big difference in their effort against the New York Knicks compared to the loss to the Chicago Bulls.
Ja Morant, Knicks and Throwing Ball
The addition of another body isn’t a given, but this weekend the Knicks will have the financial freedom to fill their vacant 15th roster spot. Because it is so close to the second apron, New York had to wait to sign a free agent for the prorated veteran minimum to not exceed the hard cap.
Waived by New York
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Knicks waive Matt Ryan, Jacob Toppin
Jacob Toppin: Waived by New York
The Knicks waived Toppin on Sunday. Toppin signed a two-way contract with the club during the offseason, though the Knicks will let go of both him and Matt Ryan in order to explore other options for their two open two-way spots.
Knicks Release Two-Way Players Jacob Toppin, Matt Ryan
Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers in a tough road loss to the New York Knicks on Wednesday.
The New York Knicks also had a rough week with blowout losses to the Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. They had a chance to make a statement and instead showed the massive gap between them and the best teams in the East.
The Knicks getting everyone in synch with a double-big lineup that could close playoff games is likely the most meaningful work for them between now and the playoffs.
The Philadelphia 76ers make the short trip north on I-95 to New York City for a Wednesday night matchup with the New York Knicks.
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