wildturkey
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I'm glad he's back. Like I mentioned in another thread, its impossible to expect a coach to smooth things out when his main players only played 21 total games together (13 of which came in the playoffs). While I understand some of his criticism, most of it is a bit unfair. He went through all the tanking. When they started adding real talent, he got the team to the playoffs and won a series twice. He deserves at least one more crack it. If there's still lingering issues after next season, by all means look elsewhere.
I'd push hard to keep Butler. He fit well imo and more importantly for me at least, seems to really get along with Embiid. They appear to have a playful enough relationship where Jimmy can call Embiid out and Embiid won't get offended and will take that advice. Embiid needs that kind of vet around. I'd honestly let Harris go though. He's gonna be too pricey to keep around and they'd be better served using that cash to fill out the bench to make up for losing the depth in the trades this season. Need to keep Redick as well. His shooting is vitally important.
I'd lowkey be shopping Simmons to everyone for a better guard option as well. With his lack of shot and his impending contract, that's gonna be a rough fit going forward.
I'd push hard to keep Butler. He fit well imo and more importantly for me at least, seems to really get along with Embiid. They appear to have a playful enough relationship where Jimmy can call Embiid out and Embiid won't get offended and will take that advice. Embiid needs that kind of vet around. I'd honestly let Harris go though. He's gonna be too pricey to keep around and they'd be better served using that cash to fill out the bench to make up for losing the depth in the trades this season. Need to keep Redick as well. His shooting is vitally important.
I'd lowkey be shopping Simmons to everyone for a better guard option as well. With his lack of shot and his impending contract, that's gonna be a rough fit going forward.
