Although the Nets are still quite young and have spent the past three seasons in rebuilding mode, they\u2019ll be looking to get back into the postseason picture in 2027. Considering how Philadelphia has modified its roster since finishing last season as a play-in team, the 76ers are suddenly a real factor in how Brooklyn\u2019s season might pan out.<\/p>\n
As seen in 2024-25, the 76ers\u2019 talent doesn\u2019t always translate to a winning season when so much is dependent on the health of Joel Embiid. With James now in the mix and some other young pieces around, it\u2019s hard to imagine Brooklyn will be in any sort of race for the 10 seed with Philadelphia.<\/p>\n
Still, with four guaranteed matchups against the 76ers next season, the Nets could use those meetings as a great opportunity to see where they stand in the East. While it\u2019s still yet to be determined whether the 76ers will become the team to beat out East, it\u2019s clear they\u2019ll at least be among the preseason favorites to get to the Finals.<\/p>\n
Simply adding to the competition in the East, James\u2019 move could certainly impact where Brooklyn finishes in the standings. Considering how stacked the 76ers are, there\u2019s also a possibility that a Nets playoff appearance could result in a first-round matchup against James.<\/p>\n
Overall, the impact of James heading to Philadelphia will be relatively minimal outside of head-to-head matchups. The 76ers always seemed poised to finish ahead of Brooklyn<\/a>, and James\u2019 decision likely secures that.<\/p>\n Still, the NBA is an incredibly unpredictable league, and maybe the Nets could still benefit from James\u2019 move if it results in a star becoming disgruntled<\/a> in Philadelphia or elsewhere.<\/p>\n
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