NBA Trade Rumors, 12th Jan 2019: Bradley Beal not joining Lakers, Sixers target big man and more

#1 Sixers want to sign a back up big man

Philadelphia 76ers v Washington Wizards

The Philadelphia 76ers engaged in a huge trade back in November that landed the team All-Star Jimmy Butler, however, the Sixers had to give up a lot of depth on their roster to get a deal done. According to Sporting News, the team is now looking to sign a big man that can stretch the floor:

The Sixers are another team willing to part with this year’s pick for immediate shooting help, as Philly looks for a big man who can shoot, along the lines of Mike Scott, Frank Kaminsky or Noah Vonleh. The Sixers gave up Dario Saric in the Jimmy Butler deal and miss his ability to stretch the floor.

The Sixers currently hold a 27-16 record and a backup center will provide support for Joel Embiid who is currently averaging 26.9 points, 13.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game.