Philadelphia 76ers fans are urging the franchise to trade 2023 MVP Joel Embiid for Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis, according to social media reaction following Embiid's recent struggles against the Boston Celtics. The trade speculation gained traction on Wednesday as fans expressed frustration with the team's performance against their Atlantic Division rivals.
Embiid, who captured the league's most valuable player award in 2023, has faced increased scrutiny during matchups with the Celtics. Davis, a former teammate of LeBron James with the Lakers, has been mentioned as a potential target who could address Philadelphia's frontcourt needs alongside Paul George and Tyrese Maxey.
The discussion reflects growing pressure on the 76ers' front office to maximize the championship window with their current core. Neither team has publicly commented on any trade discussions, and such a blockbuster deal would face significant salary-cap complexities given both players' max contracts.
