As the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for the 2022-23 season, there is significant hype and excitement around the team. The Sixers went to work rather quickly in the offseason and addressed most of the issues on their roster.
One of those issues was addressed with the acquisition of PJ Tucker in free agency. Tucker is a star in his role. He offers toughness on both ends of the floor and he is able to knock down corner 3s at a high rate, which is a must when playing next to James Harden.
As the new season gets underway, CBS Sports ranked the top 22 power forwards in the league. Tucker came in 17th:
As a power forward, Tucker’s top traits are his versatility and durability. He can guard both forward spots, and at times also serve as a small-ball center. Plus, he’s going to be out on the floor. He’s finished top 20 in total games played five different times in his career, and he’s led the league in that category three times. He’s also finished in the top 10 in total minutes played twice. The ability to be available for your team is very valuable, especially in today’s NBA.
Tucker is going to serve a very important role in the Sixers’ championship plans. He won a title with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021 and helped the Miami Heat get within a game of the finals in 2022.
Even though he is 37 years old, the expectation is Tucker will lift the Sixers to new heights as they look to win their first title since 1983.
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