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NBA Rumors: Philadelphia 76ers Winning Battle Of Wills

Dec 1, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) and center Jahlil Okafor (8) celebrate a score against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers won 103-91. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 1, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) and center Jahlil Okafor (8) celebrate a score against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers won 103-91. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 8, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center
Oct 8, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center

The Race Is On

Now NBA teams close to the playoffs must rush the analysis to determine if they should engage Philadelphia in trade talks. In fact, many are doing so right now.

NBA Centers are not as plentiful as one might think. In fact, Philadelphia 76ers had periods in the team’s history where it was nearly impossible to attain a formidable center. Perhaps that is why the Philadelphia 76ers were more than happy to stockpile at the position. And since Philadelphia has four quality centers, it makes sense for NBA teams in need of a center to call Philly today.

But from the moment the Philadelphia 76ers deal the first center, the 76ers will have less incentive to deal the others.   Could the team deal both Okafor and Noel this year? Yes they could. But the NBA rumors have even included Richaun Holmes. In fact, Holmes’ name may be showing up as a discounted center option for salary cap strapped NBA teams.