Breakups are tough. Frequently, we require time to recuperate, to learn from our mistakes in order to select a better partner in the future.
Filling an NBA GM vacancy isn’t the same as dating, but after the strange tenures and even stranger departures of Sam Hinkie and Bryan Colangelo, it makes sense why the Philadelphia 76ers are taking their time.
They’ve been hurt before and they don’t want to be hurt again.
But will the third time be the charm?
According to John Gonzalez at The Ringer, the Sixers are patiently moving through a small list of candidates, both internal and external, in their search for someone who can really move the needle and who is open to collaborative decision making.