Mikal Bridges Trade: Philadelphia 76ers Acquire Zhaire Smith from Phoenix Suns
Background of the Trade
During the 2018 NBA Draft, a significant trade occurred between the Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns. The 76ers had initially selected Villanova star Mikal Bridges with the 10th overall pick. However, just 38 minutes later, they traded Bridges to the Suns in exchange for Zhaire Smith, the 16th overall pick.
Reasons for the Trade
According to multiple league sources, the 76ers did not intend to trade Bridges when they drafted him. However, theSuns offered Zhaire Smith, a highly touted prospect from Texas Tech, and the 76ers ultimately decided that the offer was too good to pass up.
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