On one hand, everyone expected the Philadelphia 76ers to make a trade during at the NBA Trade Deadline this season. On the other hand, few people expected Andrew Bogut as the team’s target, or even part of the exchange.
While initially viewed as a sign and trade by many insiders, Bogut now looks more like a salary dump. After less than a week on the 76ers roster, he agreed to a buyout in order to sign with a contender. The 76ers ultimately ended up with an ascending talent in Justin Anderson, who has already been a minor revolution for the struggling squad, and Bogut signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.