The All-Star Break is over, and we can finally get back to the real games! The Sixers have a pivotal stretch upcoming, and that starts with their second game of the season against the Miami Heat, who they ousted in the first round of the playoffs last year, decisively winning the best-of-seven series in five games.
But things look a bit different for Miami now, so I talked with Christian Hernandez of Miami Heat Beat to learn more about how this team differs from last year, plus more.
Question #1: During the 2018 Draft, the Sixers traded fan favorite Mikal Bridges for Zhaire Smith and the enigmatic 2021 Miami Heat first-round pick.