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Philadelphia 76ers: 3 potential replacements for Marco Belinelli

By Simon Smith

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 5: Marco Belinelli #18 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts along with Joel Embiid #21 after tying the game at the end of regulation against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoff at Wells Fargo Center on May 5, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Marco Belinelli;Joel Embiid
PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 5: Marco Belinelli #18 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts along with Joel Embiid #21 after tying the game at the end of regulation against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoff at Wells Fargo Center on May 5, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Marco Belinelli;Joel Embiid /
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3. Nick Young, Golden State Warriors

Although he didn’t have the impact many were anticipating upon joining the Warriors, Young nonetheless still demonstrated his ability to score at various points of the season.

Overall, the 33-year averaged 7.3 points in 17.4 minutes per game, while shooting at a 37.7 percent clip from 3-point range. Although being the furthest thing from a defensive savant, Young disappointed tremendously in this department last season with the Warriors, with his lack of conditioning entering the season being a prime cause.

That being said, Young still had several impressive outings, including 11 games in which he scored at least 15 points. Over this stretch, the 6’7″ Young averaged 17.9 points per game while hitting at a 52.5 percent clip from long distance. However in contrast, Young also had 36 games in which he scored five points or less last year, including going scoreless on 12 occasions.

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With a championship ring now under his belt, it’s difficult to ascertain at this stage Young’s level of motivation and commitment entering next season.

However, with a chance to return to the Sixers where he spent the 2012-13 season, and utilize the experience he gained in his one season with the Warriors, signing Young to become an instant-offense weapon should certainly be a consideration for the Sixers’ front office.