Do the 76ers prefer Ben Simmons over Brandon Ingram?
An article released Wednesday in Bleacher Report gives that impression. The website, citing multiple league sources, wrote that Sixers are "leaning heavily toward" selecting the Louisiana State forward with the first overall pick in the June 23 NBA draft.
The Sixers didn't publicly give an indication of who they are leaning toward late Tuesday night after they won the NBA draft lottery in New York. At the time, coach Brett Brown said he had no idea who president of basketball operation Bryan Colangelo will draft.
When asked who he wants, Sixers co-managing owner Josh Harris responded with smile.