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Philadelphia 76ers: Why you shouldn’t rule out an Al Horford trade

The Philadelphia 76ers gambled on Al Horford‘s basketball I.Q., skill level, and versatility this summer — a $109 million gamble. On paper, the fit was never perfect, but there was enough reason to believe the 33-year-old could make due as Joel Embiid‘s frontcourt partner.

Unfortunately the fit has underwhelmed, and Horford looks out of place in Philadelphia. Age is a factor one can’t ignore, and it will remain a factor for the rest of his career. Not everyone can age as gracefully as LeBron James.

Beyond age, the main issue is Horford’s claustrophobic presence at the four.