Sports
Pep: I have never trusted anything with VAR
Pep Guardiola expresses distrust in VAR after title race controversy.
Sky Sports1 min read
Sports
Wizards bench player named 76ers' top offseason trade target
TL;DR
The Philadelphia 76ers are targeting Wizards bench player Justin Champagnie as their top offseason trade prospect. The team aims to upgrade its roster despite facing salary cap limitations.
Key points
- Philadelphia 76ers looking to upgrade roster
- Limited salary cap space for trades
- Justin Champagnie identified as top target
Philadelphia 76ersWashington WizardsJustin Champagnie
Wizards bench player named 76ers' top offseason trade target originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After yet another early exit from postseason play, the Philadelphia 76ers will be looking to upgrade the roster over the offseason.
Doing so might be easier said than done, as they'll have limited salary cap space. As a result, they might have to get creative on the trade market and target guys with high upside, as opposed to guys who are already-established.
Justin Champagnie named 76ers' top offseason trade target
Washington Wizards reserve forward Justin Champagnie was recently named as Philadelphia's top offseason trade target by Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report.
Last season, Champagnie averaged 8.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 20 minutes per game off the bench for Washington. As a versatile wing player, he would fill an area of need for the Sixers, but as a career 34 percent shooter from long range, his ability to space the floor leaves something to be desired. Still though, he could be a fit for Philly given a lack of other viable options.
Q&A
Who is Justin Champagnie and why is he a trade target for the 76ers?
Justin Champagnie is a bench player for the Wizards, identified as a high-upside option for the 76ers to enhance their roster during the offseason.
What challenges do the 76ers face in making offseason trades?
The 76ers have limited salary cap space, which complicates their ability to acquire established players and may require them to focus on younger talent like Champagnie.
What are the 76ers' goals for the offseason after their postseason exit?
The 76ers aim to upgrade their roster to avoid early postseason exits in the future, focusing on strategic trades and player acquisitions.
