Former Sixers GM praises team's depth amid superstar absences

Billy King, the former general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers, commented on the team's roster depth in light of injuries to stars like Joel Embiid and LeBron James. He highlighted the importance of their supporting players, suggesting that with a solid bench, Philadelphia can remain competitive even without its top talent. The 76ers' core now includes Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, and rookie VJ Edgecombe. King noted the addition of effective role players like Dean Wade, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Anfernee Simons, emphasizing that these new acquisitions bolster their chances. The team aims for an NBA championship and needs to maintain health among key players to reach their goal.

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