![]() ![]() Where he can improve: At this point the 33-year-old largely is what he is, which is a great fit for the Sixers, but he’s probably going to be asked to play forward more than he was in Boston, for those times he’s on the court with Embiid. The resume certainly brings the goods for Horford, a five time All Star and member of the 2017-18 All-Defensive team. There’s also likely to be times where they’re both on the floor at the same time. What he brings: With the many injuries Embiid has faced over the years, the Sixers needed a competent backup they could rely on. Now that he’ll have a bigger role on the team he’ll have to develop some chemistry with those he’ll be playing with. Where he can improve: Harris joined the team in February so it was a learn-on-the-fly situation for him. The natural scorer averaged 20 points last season between his time in Philly and Los Angeles with the Clippers. After inking a five-year, $180 million contract to stay in Philadelphia, Harris will be that guy this season. What he brings: Last year it was Jimmy Butler who the Sixers relied on in the vital moments when they needed a shot to win it. He’s a career 27.6 percent shooter from between three and 10 feet from the rim. Where he can improve: While his shooting from beyond the arc is serviceable and he can get to the basket, Ennis’ short-range shooting needs some work. A career 35.7 percent 3-point shooter, Ennis can help the Sixers fill the JJ Redick void. He mostly came off the bench last season for both the Sixers and the Rockets but he was effective as a swingman in that role. What he brings: Back in February the Sixers acquired Ennis from the Houston Rockets and re-upped him in July on a two-year contract. If that can make an impact from an injury prevention standpoint, the Sixers should be in good shape. Over the past two years it’s been knee, back and ankle ailments and on a recent YouTube video, Embiid revealed he lost 25 pounds over the summer. The bigger issue so far in his career has been injuries. He shot a career-low 30.0 percent last year from beyond the arc. Where he can improve: Embiid’s 3-point shooting could stand improvement. When he’s healthy, Embiid is one of the most powerful forces in the NBA. He is, after all, the centerpiece of “The Process.” The big man averaged a double-double last season, including 27.5 points per game as the team’s leading scorer. What he brings: Aside from being the team’s emotional leader, Embiid is the Sixers’ most important player. ![]() ![]() Where he can improve: To earn Coach Brett Brown’s trust, defensive play is a prerequisite and that’s an area Burke will have to focus on because it has been an issue his whole career. His above average assist-to-turnover ratio and confidence shooting are two tools he’ll need to take the job. What he brings: A six-year veteran of the NBA, Burke signed for the league minimum hoping to be Ben Simmons’ backup and seems to be the frontrunner for that role heading into camp. If he can show advancement on defense and stay out of foul trouble he may be able to take a step up the depth chart. Where he can improve: Bolden routinely got into foul trouble last season in 44 games as a rookie and struggled enough that he was making regular trips to the G League. ![]() That’s a more crowded competition for him after some of the moves the team made this season but he still has the size and athleticism that offers potential for the roster. What he brings: The 2017 second-round pick will be among those fighting for minutes in the rotation because he doesn’t have a clear role as training camp begins. Here’s a look at all the players under contract and their outlook for the final roster. The Sixers made big moves in the offseason in hopes of getting past their benchmark last season, a second-round playoff exit at the hands of the Toronto Raptors. ![]()
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