Once considered the missing piece, there’s no clear path forward for Markelle Fultz. The former No. 1 pick is rehabbing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome away from the team, addressing a shoulder issue that continues to affect his shooting mechanics.
The resulting uncertainty doesn’t bode well for Fultz’s standing with the Philadelphia 76ers, a team looking to compete in the Eastern Conference. The Sixers swung the championship window open by trading for Jimmy Butler. Fultz, at the moment, doesn’t help them win games.
Even with little to guarantee Fultz turns into a passable — much less useful — NBA player, the Sixers should continue to preach patience.