3 must-have free agents for the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason

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Dillon Brooks
Mar 3, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks (24) looks on before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

Must-have free agents for the Philadelphia 76ers: 1. Dillion Brooks 

If Dillion Brooks was interested in a PR career move instead of taking more money, Philly would be a very good fit for him. The 76ers need at least another wing on this team and Brooks would be a lot more talented than any other veteran option that they could get. Brooks would be heading for generational money (middle class of NBA) if it was not for the stunts that he made in the last couple of months.

Due to that fact, he will not be having a lot of suitors who are worried about his ego. Brooks could be able to be a suitable bench player for the 76ers this season. His shot selection would be a huge concern but if he is able to take smart shots going forward, he would be a very good pickup for this team.

He may get higher offers than what the Sixers are offering but nowhere he will be able to turn around his career in a place of national attention. In Philly, he will be able to play high minutes.

If he can play defense and not take horrible 3-point shots, Brooks has a chance to end up making a lot of future money after next season. Of course, Brooks will most likely take a one-year deal with a player option for the next season (for security reasons).

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