As the 2021 NBA Draft inches closer, NBA offseason trade talk is entering a more pivotal stage, especially for the Philadelphia 76ers — a team the Portland Trail Blazers have been repeatedly linked to in media speculation as an ideal trade partner. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the 76ers have started engaging in trade conversations with other teams surrounding forward Ben Simmons.
Despite a troubling second round playoff exit for the 76ers this season, in which Simmons’ play was heavily scrutinized, Charania reported the team still expects a hefty price tag in return for Simmons.