But if Philadelphia didn’t land No. 2, sticking at No. 3 or trading down are just as feasible, and the third pick feels somewhat like the turning point of the draft. While the Sixers are reportedly impressed with Baylor guard VJ Edgecombe, they’re split on Harper’s Rutgers teammate Ace Bailey, per Pompey.

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As Philadelphia moves forward, it will have to decide what the best route is. The Sixers could go with Bailey at No. 3, they can trade down, or they could even trade up. Harper is projected to go No. 2 to the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia reportedly has engaged with the Spurs about moving up to No. 2.

Daryl Morey said last month that he plans on keeping the No. 3 pick. But that didn’t stop speculation that the Sixers would be active in trade conversations.