76ers Eyeing Trades to Create Cap Space for Quentin Grimes Extension

The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly considering trading Andre Drummond ($5 million) and/or Kelly Oubre ($8.4 million) to open up cap space, aiming to re-sign restricted free agent Quentin Grimes. Grimes thrived in Philadelphia after a February trade from Dallas, averaging 21.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 28 games. While the 76ers want to lock him down for at least three years, Grimes reportedly seeks $20 million or more annually. Paying him could push the team deep into luxury tax aprons, even for a mid-level exception deal. Grimes could opt for his $8.7 million qualifying offer to become an unrestricted free agent next summer, making a salary dump trade potentially crucial for Philadelphia to secure a long-term agreement.