The Philadelphia 76ers are keeping the pressure on the Celtics in their quest to pry the No. 3 pick in tonight’s NBA draft from Boston.
ESPN’s Marc Stein reports that Philly is “ramping up its efforts” to land the pick, with a trade involving Sixers big man Nerlens Noel “more and more likely.”
That deal would allow the 76ers to land the guard they desire with the third pick, with Providence’s Kris Dunn or Oklahoma’s Buddy Hield the possibilities.
Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo’s The Vertical reports that Dunn is gaining traction as the Celtics’ No. 3 pick but trade offers, such as Philly’s, remain on the table. The Celtics aren't the only team the Sixers are talking to.