Philadelphia 76ers: Biggest strengths and weaknesses for 2017-18

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Strength No. 3: New signings give Sixers much-needed depth, versatility

The Philadelphia 76ers went from a team thin on talent to a team overflowing with talent. Since the end of the 2016-17 season, they’ve signed Amir Johnson, J.J. Redick, Markelle Fultz, Furkan Korkmaz and James Michael McAdoo to a two-way contract.

This go-around, if any injuries occur, Philadelphia will be more than prepared to react. Johnson may not see the floor all season long, but he gives them a solid teammate in practice to mentor bigs like Joel Embiid. Embiid could use Johnson’s veteran savvy, especially when it comes to playing huge minutes.

Although Johnson is entering the latter part of his career, he did play 28.8 minutes per game in 2013-14 for the Toronto Raptors, averaging 10.4 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. The Raptors finished with a 48-34 record and the fourth seed in the playoffs that season.

The point guard and shooting guard position looks to be in solid hands with the acquisitions of Markelle Fultz and J.J. Redick too. With their additions, the Sixers should use the versatility to their advantage.

Fultz can play either guard position and in some cases the forward spot. Simmons can play either 1-4 spots and in some cases the 5-spot. Those are just a few scenarios. This is the season the Sixers should put all their tools on display and show fans what they can do.