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		<title>NBA Mock Draft 2013: Philadelphia 76ers Select Cody Zeller</title>
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		<dc:creator>John Adair</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; With the draft just over a week away, the rumors continue to surface. What Cleveland plans to do with the number one pick remains unclear, but another name was added to the list of potential candidates. A few teams are still in the midst of a coaching search entering the final pre-draft week. Prospects [...]</p><p><a href="http://thesixersense.com/2013/06/18/nba-mock-draft-2013-philadelphia-76ers-select-cody-zeller/">NBA Mock Draft 2013: Philadelphia 76ers Select Cody Zeller</a> - <a href="http://thesixersense.com">The Sixer Sense</a> - <a href="http://thesixersense.com">The Sixer Sense - A Philadelphia 76ers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More</a></p>]]></description>
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<p>With the draft just over a week away, the rumors continue to surface. What Cleveland plans to do with the number one pick remains unclear, but another name was added to the list of potential candidates. A few teams are still in the midst of a coaching search entering the final pre-draft week. Prospects of all talent levels have been brought in for workouts, and each team&#8217;s brain trust has an idea of who they would like if at all possible when they are on the clock by now.</p>
<p>Here is my mock draft.</p>
<p><strong>1. Cleveland Cavaliers: Alex Len, Maryland</strong></p>
<p>Cleveland just can&#8217;t stay out of the spotlight this summer. The latest rumors have the Cavs selecting Len with the No. 1 pick.</p>
<p><strong>2. Orlando Magic: Nerlens Noel, Kentucky</strong></p>
<p>Orlando needs a point guard desperately. Nikola Vucevic has proven himself to be a more than capable NBA starting center, but Noel may be hard to pass on at No. 2 if the Cavs indeed to go a different direction. Noel has the highest ceiling of any player in the draft, and at this point, Orlando simply needs assets.</p>
<p><strong>3. Washington Wizards:Otto Porter Jr., Georgetown</strong></p>
<p>Porter will fit in with Washington&#8217;s young core and be able to contribute immediately. John Wall and Bradley Beal already make up one of the up-and-coming back courts in the NBA. Porter will be a nice addition to the other wing.</p>
<p><strong>4. Charlotte Bobcats: Ben McLemore, Kansas</strong></p>
<p>Michael Jordan’s Bobcats need all the help that they can get, especially scoring the basketball. McLemore has the potential to score at the rim and from three-point range. He has already drawn comparison to Miami’s Ray Allen.</p>
<p><strong>5. Phoenix Suns: Victor Oladipo, Indiana</strong></p>
<p>Phoenix is one of many teams that are high on Oladipo’s work ethic and athleticism. Charlotte could decide that he should be the first shooting guard off the board, but if not, don’t expect him to drop out of the top five.</p>
<p><strong>6. New Orleans Pelicans: Trey Burke, Michigan</strong></p>
<p>Greivis Vasquez had a breakout year in 2012. However, he has not produced at a consistent rate over a long period of time. Burke was the best college basketball player a year ago, and his skills in the pick-and-roll could help out right away off the bench.</p>
<p><strong>7. Sacramento Kings: Anthony Bennett, UNLV</strong></p>
<p>Kings&#8217; new ownership has already shown that it is not afraid to make headlines and is serious about competing. They will take the best player available at No.7 other than a center. Mike Malone has already backed DeMarcus Cousins as the team&#8217;s future.</p>
<p><strong>8. Detroit Pistons: Michael Carter-Williams, Syracuse</strong></p>
<p>Lawrence Frank is out as head coach. Mo Cheeks is in. Detroit really likes previous first-round pick Brandon Knight, but they believe he may be better suited to play off the ball rather than dominating it at all times. With that said, they are likely to take a point guard with their first pick. If Burke is off the board by No. 8, Carter-Williams is the no-brainer.</p>
<p><strong>9. Minnesota Timberwolves: C.J. McCollum, Lehigh</strong></p>
<p>New general manager and president of basketball operations Flip Saunders has made it known that he plans on stressing the importance of shooting well as he takes over the Wolves organization. If shooting is what Flip wants, shooting is what Flip will get with McCollum. McCollum shot above 50% from deep a year ago at Lehigh and even has the versatility to play either guard position, allowing Rubio and himself to split time at the point.</p>
<p><strong>10. Portland Trailblazers: Kentavious Caldewell-Pope, Georgia</strong></p>
<p>Portland has been rumored to be interested in possibly moving up to draft Victor Oladipo, but with Trey Burke’s sudden fall from graces and Oladipo’s upward trend that seems unlikely. Regardless, it seems as though they will be interested in taking a guard. Caldwell-Pope has the most upside of any of the guards remaining at this point.</p>
<p><strong>11. Philadelphia 76ers: Cody Zeller, Indiana</strong></p>
<p>Zeller was projected to be the No.1 pick in this draft just a few months ago. After a less than stellar sophomore season with the Hoosiers, his stock took a drastic hit. Regardless, with the Sixers&#8217; dire need for a big man, Zeller would be hard to pass up if he is available when they&#8217;re on the clock.</p>
<p><strong>12. Oklahoma City Thunder: Kelly Olynyk, Gonzaga</strong></p>
<p>Kendrick Perkins does not fit the Oklahoma City Thunder&#8217;s plans. OKC likes speed. OKC likes scoring. Fortunately for the Thunder, Olynyk is an athletic 7-footer with the ability to post-up or knock down a mid-range jumper.</p>
<p><strong>13. Dallas Mavericks: Shane Larkin, Miami</strong></p>
<p>Dallas is in desperate need of a point guard. When they won the championship in 2011, the recently retired Jason Kidd was running the show. Darren Collison was not the player that Mark Cuban thought he was getting when the Mavs signed him, and coach Rick Carlisle was forced to play Mike James as his starting point guard down the stretch. It is to no surprise that Dallas will look for an offensive improvement from that position. Whether it be via the draft, free agency, or trade is left to be unseen. Larkin can shoot the ball from anywhere, in catch-and-shoot situations, and off the dribble. He can light it up in a hurry and make defenses pay for not picking him up at half court.</p>
<p><strong>14. Utah Jazz: Steven Adams, Pittsburgh</strong></p>
<p>Utah will likely need to replace both Al Jefferson and Paul Millsap due to free agency. Derrick Favors and Enes Kanter are capable starters, but inserting them into starter&#8217;s roles will mean the team will need to add front court depth.</p>
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		<title>Sixers Free Agency Report: Andrew Bynum; Stay or Go?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 09 Jun 2013 12:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Adair</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Much has been made of Andrew Bynum&#8217;s time with the Sixers. When the news was broken that the team had made a blockbuster trade to finally bring in a superstar talent that organization has lacked since the Allen Iverson era, Bynum was beloved. After just one season, he has been maligned for just about every [...]</p><p><a href="http://thesixersense.com/2013/06/09/sixers-free-agency-report-andrew-bynum-stay-or-go/">Sixers Free Agency Report: Andrew Bynum; Stay or Go?</a> - <a href="http://thesixersense.com">The Sixer Sense</a> - <a href="http://thesixersense.com">The Sixer Sense - A Philadelphia 76ers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_3540" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 660px"><a href="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/98/files/2013/06/6626390.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-3540" title="NBA: Philadelphia 76ers-Media Day" src="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/98/files/2013/06/6626390.jpg" alt="" width="650" height="432" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Oct 01, 2012; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum (33) poses for a photo during media day at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports</p></div>
<p>Much has been made of Andrew Bynum&#8217;s time with the Sixers. When the news was broken that the team had made a blockbuster trade to finally bring in a superstar talent that organization has lacked since the Allen Iverson era, Bynum was beloved. After just one season, he has been maligned for just about every move he has made.</p>
<p>Bynum failed to play a single game for the 76ers in 2012-2013, and racked up almost $17 million along the way. If that wasn&#8217;t enough, he re-injured his already troublesome knee while bowling, and after the season&#8217;s conclusion, he was caught on video doing his best &#8220;Dancing with the Stars&#8221; impression at a cafe in Madrid, Spain.</p>
<p>However, in his last season as a Los Angeles Laker, the 25-year-old Bynum averaged almost 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 2 blocks. These numbers are significantly more impressive than at first glance due to the fact that he got his points while playing alongside the likes of Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol, who both command the ball.</p>
<p>It is hard to tell at this point whether or not the Sixers will attempt to bring the 7-footer back next season, but the decision is much tougher than many fans think. Most do not want the headache that was Andrew Bynum&#8217;s 2012-2013 season all over again, but if Bynum is cleared by doctors before he becomes an unrestricted free agent July 1st, the decision will be magnified.</p>
<p>There is no saying that Bynum will want to return to Philadelphia, but in my opinion, if he does and they can construct a team-friendly, health-incentive deal, by all means they should do it. Regardless of what people think, Bynum is the only chance that the Sixers have at a superstar for some time. If Bynum is healthy and Jrue Holiday can continue to improve, the Sixers can be extremely competitive for some time to come.</p>
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