There has been an obsession with labelling the Sixers as being in “win-now” mode for some time now. With Joel Embiid’s internal clock ticking and there desire to capitalize on his MVP form clear, it is no surprise why. However, with the clear roster construction issues and looming Ben Simmons drama it may be time to sit back and simply accept that the Sixers may not be the contenders they desire to be. Here is a look around the league at the other top teams in the Eastern Conference and where the Sixers may stack up in comparison.
Are the Sixers Legitimate Contenders in the East?
