It’s odd to think that the Philadelphia 76ers‘ decision to trade up for the first overall pick may have limited the craziness in this year’s draft. Not only did the Sixers reportedly turn down a potential Jimmy Butler trade in favor of moving up, but it appears as if Philadelphia would have had the opportunity to draft Lonzo Ball third if they had stayed put.
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After finalizing the trade, Danny Ainge held a conference call with reporters in an effort to clarify his motives behind the trade.