The Philadelphia 76ers‘ depth has been underwhelming during the 2018-19 season, partially due to multiple injuries affecting the team’s younger talent. Zhaire Smith, the reigning 16th overall pick, broke his foot over the summer and dealt with serious complications following an allergic reaction. He hasn’t played an NBA game yet.
Smith hasn’t been the Sixers’ only lingering injury concern, though. Justin Patton, who came over in the Jimmy Butler trade, has just one NBA game under his belt in two seasons. He has dealt with multiple foot surgeries, an issue the Sixers are all too familiar with.