The Philadelphia 76ers made significant moves last offseason after trading James Harden to the LA Clippers, prioritizing financial flexibility. This strategy allowed them to secure Paul George, who signed a four-year max contract with the team. Following this, Tyrese Maxey received a lucrative extension, and Joel Embiid also agreed to a max deal that could keep him with the team through 2029.

With these contracts, Embiid and George became part of an elite group of NBA players with career earnings exceeding $500 million, joining LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant. Their structured roster positions the Sixers as serious contenders for their first championship in four decades, particularly with a strong trio ready to lead the charge.