The NBA offseason is almost in full swing, and many around the league expect this summer to be a wild one. Due to the new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), now in place, there will be many teams looking to make some major moves.
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Teams are now being held to a higher standard with salaries, and front offices will need to be more careful in how they build rosters. The league has put more of an emphasis on drafting and developing players, putting the microscope directly on the upcoming NBA Draft.
The 2025 draft class is seen as a strong one, with multiple All-Star caliber players at the top of the list. Duke star Cooper Flagg is likely to be taken No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks, but the draft will really start at pick No. 2.
That is currently owned by the San Antonio Spurs, but it seems that the team may be open to dealing the pick. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto, the Philadelphia 76ers are attempting to make a big move for the No. 2 pick.
Philadelphia owns the No. 3 pick and could look to swap selections in what would be a big trade.
"Sources: The 76ers have engaged with the Spurs about potentially moving up to the No. 2 pick. For now, the Sixers have zeroed in on four NBA Draft prospects with the No. 3 pick, including a private workout last week with VJ Edgecombe and Ace Bailey visiting Philadelphia next week."
Both VJ Edgecombe and Ace Bailey have emerged as strong names for the No. 2 pick. Phialdelphia has been eyeing a move up to land one of them, with the team likely focused on a specific player.
Many have seen Bailey as the likely player to go at the No. 2 spot, but Edgecombe has seen his name rise up draft boards as well. Either player could be a major boost to the 76ers' roster, and Philadelphia is looking to change the narrative around the organization.
After a failed season filled with injuries, the 76ers are looking to reshape the roster, starting by adding some young talent. Philadelphia has the means to pull off a deal, and the Spurs may be inclined to make something happen.
San Antonio has been rumored to be involved in trade talks for multiple star players, so any extra assets they can receive could be rerouted. The Spurs are also looking to retool the roster this offseason, with stars Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox leading the charge.
It remains to be seen if a deal will be struck between the two sides, but there could be a lot of trade action at the draft this year.
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This story was originally published June 12, 2025 at 9:26 AM.