Philadelphia 76ers 'Interested' in Trading No. 3 Pick in NBA Draft: Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The lottery balls bounced the Philadelphia 76ers' way in May, which will afford the franchise maximum flexibility to improve its roster during next week's NBA draft.

While the 76ers have a chance to add a cornerstone piece in the 2025 NBA Draft, there are some nightmare scenarios that could haunt them.

New Orleans adds a potential stretch five to its ranks early in the second round after hitting on the Yves Missi pick in the first round last year. If the Pelicans do end up with Ace Bailey, would they have an easier time moving Trey Murphy III or Herb Jones for a reliable ball-handler?