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Everything you need to know about the impacts of the blockbuster trade

While all eyes will be on the Philadelphia 76ers surrounding the Ben Simmons situation, there are also moves the team could make to improve along the edges of the roster at the trade deadline.

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Dallas Mavericks 107-98. The Sixers had no answer for Dallas’ zone defense, which would go on to cost them the game. More in 3 observations:

Tyrese Maxey has been on a tear for the Sixers over the past couple weeks. Outside of Embiid’s MVP play on a nightly basis, Maxey’s performance has been the team’s biggest bright spot this season.

Tobias Harris went through a resurgence for the Sixers in the month of January. His improved play came as a result of his improved confidence and quick decision making out on the floor.

The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 122-119 in overtime. Here are three observations from the win:

Should the 76ers pull the trigger on a Simmons-McCollum trade?

Tyrese Maxey, through the first 12 games, has quickly proven to be one of the 76ers’ key players. He has taken strides in everything from three-point shooting to defense to playmaking.

The 76ers are 7-2 and atop the Eastern Conference. Read more about some 76ers observations, including Seth Curry’s hot start and Tyrese Maxey’s improved point guard ability.

It did not take long for Georges Niang to make an impact for the Philadelphia 76ers. Through seven games, he has proven to be one of Doc Rivers’ top options off the bench.

Are the 76ers finally receiving the version of Furkan Korkmaz they have been waiting for? His play so far this season says yes.

The Philadelphia 76ers used a game-winner from Furkan Korkmaz to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers and remain undefeated.

The Philadelphia 76ers moved to 3-0 with a 105-103 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.