Because Joel Embiid needs to be saved in the regular season and because the 2023 MVP remains fragile, the Sixers went to look for Mo Bamba as an understudy, and they even extended Montrezl Harrell, unfortunately injured for the season. Enough to shield post 5, especially since Paul Reed is still there, and that he even remains in his best career season. Despite competition from Bamba, his playing time could even increase since Nick Nurse is a big fan of his activity.
“First of all, I love it. He gives his all and he has an incredible flair for basketball” explains Nurse on the microphone of Pat Beverley podcast. “I have playing time to give to those who are fighting for the ball. The ball is very important in the game, and he can really go after it. And even when he doesn’t, he misses it about 25 times per game when we thought he was going to get it. »
An offensive rebound specialist
Translation: Reed is the type of player who throws himself at every loose ball and rebound. The figures confirm it since if we reduce his game to 36 minutes, he is in the Top 5 in the NBA in interceptions and offensive rebounds! If he maintains this activity, the new Sixers coach will reward him, and he does not rule out playing him at position 4.
“He had a wonderful, incredible summer. He really worked” assures the successor of Doc Rivers. “As soon as I took office, he signed up for the shooting drill program and he hasn’t stopped following it. He is in shape. Will he play with (Joel) Embiid? Of course. I don’t think that’s a question. He will give his all, he will defend and he will undoubtedly do more than before. I think he’s ready to move up a gear.”
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Successful shots / Attempted shots; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def=defensive rebound; Tot = Total rebounds; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost balls; Ct: Against; Pts = Points.
