Philadelphia 76ers Receive: Damian Lillard

Portland Trail Blazers Receive: Ben Simmons, Tyrese Maxey, Matisse Thybulle, 2021 1st Round Pick, 2020 1st Round Pick Swap, 2023 1st Round Pick

This deal might cause some mixed feelings. Damian Lillard going to the Philadelphia 76ers would be electric but fans might not be happy with the return. This is a deal that would not be cheap for Philly.

It would begin by sending Ben Simmons to the Portland Trail Blazers to replace Lillard. Tyrese Maxey and Matisse Thybulle are young players that would be on the move. This might prove problematic because Maxey has quickly turned into a fan favorite.

The 76ers would also have to send some draft capital to the Trail Blazers in this deal, just as any team would when they are making a splash for a superstar. Making a move for Lillard would be no different.

Let’s break this trade down further and see why both sides would benefit from a deal such as this one.