NBA Rumors 5 Players On Philadelphia 76ers Trade Radar

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Nov 2, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Allen Crabbe (23) handles the ball against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Trail Blazers 118-115 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports /

Allen Crabbe

After having a breakout year last season, Allen Crabbe walked into a massive 4 year $74 million contract. That’s a lot of money for a role player, even after the increase in salary cap. The contract originally was offered by the Brooklyn Nets, the Portland Trail Blazers then matched it. However, the Trail Blazers are in a tough situation as they used the majority of their cap and they are not seeing results. They used it on average players such as Evan Turner, Festus Ezeli, Moe Harkless and Allen Crabbe.

Crabbing

The Trail Blazers are also in dire need for a rim protector. Their lack of a post presence is a big reason as to why they have disappointed this year. They may make a desperate move in order to keep their playoff chances alive.

The former California guard is another player who will instantly help with floor spacing; his three point shot is up to 42 percent on the year. Crabbe is also a solid perimeter defender who can defend shooting guards and small forward. This kind of versatility is key in today’s game. If Crabbe continues to improve, he will be a great piece to have, but that contract is brutal.

Possible trade:

In the end, the Philadelphia 76ers may be far more active in this trade deadline than last year. There no longer appears to be a veto role overseeing team transactions.

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Stay tuned folks, this could get interesting.