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Can Philadelphia 76ers Match Eagles 2016 Success?

By Bret Stuter

Jun 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers number one overall draft pick Ben Simmons (R) is greeted by center Joel Embiid (L) during a press conference at the Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers number one overall draft pick Ben Simmons (R) is greeted by center Joel Embiid (L) during a press conference at the Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /
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Rookie Ceilings

We have gone about the forecasting of the 2016-2017 season conservatively. When we try to predict what the team will do, most try to keep their feet on solid ground.

But the projection of Joel Embiid, Dario Saric, and of course Ben Simmons, drives much of that conservatism.  The three are unknowns, both to fans and to the NBA.

Much like Carson Wentz, each of the three have huge upside that “could” pan out in the NBA. But until it does, it’s potential.

Carson Wentz had a similar situation in potential.  So far, 100 passes without a turnover and a 3-0 start later, some are beginning to thaw on the “he’s an unproven rookie” stance.  We have discounted the rookie season of each of the Philadelphia 76ers rookies this season.  But what if one, or two, or even three of the rookies has a statement season in year one?

What would that look like? Well, fortunately, the NBA has had some stellar rookie debuts in its rich history.  Before I am chided with what I am about to present, keep in mind that nobody expected very much from Carson Wentz initially.  What I am doing is redefining our rookie ceilings.