That player is likely going to be Jared McCain who was the No. 16 pick of the Sixers in the 2024 draft. He played in 23 games before his season was cut short due to a lateral tear in the meniscus of his left knee, but he was a prime Rookie of the Year candidate before the injury as he was on a tear on the floor.

It has been eight years since the 76ers were part of the NBA’s draft lottery, which determines the order of the top 14 selections. That is the result of their dreadful, injury-riddled 2024-25 season.

The Nets' full reset became complete when they traded Mikal Bridges for draft picks. The timing made sense before a hyped 2025 draft class. Winning the lottery would obviously justify their moves and strategy. They'll have the sixth-best odds at 9.0 percent to add Cooper Flagg, who'd receive top-option reps for a rebuilding roster.