To say that the 2024-25 NBA season was an absolute nightmare for the Philadelphia 76ers wouldn’t even tell half of the story. It was an absolute disaster from start to finish.
Fortunately for them, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. They’re now projected to have one of the most valuable picks in the 2025 NBA Draft because of their record.
With that in mind, Kyle Boone of CBS Sports projected them to take Duke star big man Khaman Malauch, who’s currently expected to draw a top-five selection in the draft.
The Sixers could go after Khaman Malauch
“The final impression of Maluach at Duke was not a promising one: he played 21 minutes in a Final Four loss to Houston and grabbed zero rebounds despite his 7-foot-2 frame. But his length, movement and shot-blocking anticipation has NBA teams intrigued with his talent, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him go this high. He’d be a joy to add next to the young core in Philly that includes Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes,” Boone wrote.
Khaman Maluach #9 of the Duke Blue Devils
Needless to say, Malauch won’t take Joel Embiid’s spot, but given the Cameroonian big man’s history of injuries, he could certainly make his way to the court early and often.
Malauch is a work in progress, but he’s got some appealing and promising skills that could translate to the next level. Given enough time to bulk up and work on his game, he could be a star.
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