Mike Gansey details Philadelphia 76ers roster goals ahead of new NBA season

Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey outlined his expectations for the roster as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The organization underwent a significant transformation this offseason by adding Jaylen Brown and LeBron James to a core that already includes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe. Gansey emphasized that the group requires time to build chemistry after the significant changes to the lineup. He noted that player sacrifice will be a central theme for the team as they begin practice. The 76ers are scheduled to open their regular season schedule on October 20 with an away game against the New York Knicks. This high-profile matchup against the defending champions serves as the first test for the newly constructed roster.

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