Trusting the Process has become so commonplace that it has lost all relevance to its original meaning. Even to recent Philadelphia 76ers fans, it’s just a phrase meaning that you enjoy the social media antics of Joel Embiid. It has no… substance. But for many who cheered hopelessly for the 19-63 team through the 10-72 team, the “Trust the Process” was the light at the end of a very long dark tunnel.
In those days, looking forward to the upcoming NBA Draft began in October for Philadelphia 76ers fans. About a week into the season, the holes in the roster were obvious enough to begin the hopeful optimism of which draft prospects might shore up the team’s play.