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NBA Rumors 5 Players On Philadelphia 76ers Trade Radar

By Owen Nelson

Apr 12, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) cuts to the basket past Philadelphia 76ers guard Nik Stauskas (11) in the second half of the Raptors 122-98 win at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 12, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) cuts to the basket past Philadelphia 76ers guard Nik Stauskas (11) in the second half of the Raptors 122-98 win at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mario Hezonja

Mario Hezonja has been a disappointment this year; he’s playing less than 10 minutes per game, down from 18 minutes a game last season. The guard is also averaging only 3 points a game. The wing has also struggled with his three point shot, he is down from 35 percent last year to 25 percent this year.

Philadelphia could be a good place for Hezonja to resurrect his young career, he’ll get to battle Timothe Luwawu-Cabarott for minutes following the release of Hollis Thompson.

Wings That Fly

“The Croat” was drafted fifth overall in 2015. This may be a situation similar to Nik Stauskas and the Sacramento Kings, who also didn’t live up to expectations and was traded shortly after his rookie season ended. The Sixers gave Stauskas a chance after trading for him, so far he’s made the most of the chance. Maybe Hezonja could find a similar rejuvination  as the former Michigan guard.

If Hezonja finds his shot,  he would compliment  Ben Simmons nicely. While offering a similar skill set to Timothe Luwawu-Cabarott,  they could both play together on the wing with Simmons playing point guard. Surrounding Simmons with 3-and-D wings is the ideal scenario and I’m sure Colangelo will definitely consider trading for Hezonja if he becomes available.

Possible trade: