How the 76ers Can Steal a Hidden Gem from the Knicks Roster

The Philadelphia 76ers are heading into the offseason with a depleted roster, and they desperately need to fill the void in scoring from the bench. Free agency is the perfect opportunity for the front office to address this issue, and they could be eyeing Jordan Clarkson as their ideal target.

Fueled by his championship win with the Knicks, Clarkson might not be a priority for New York in the offseason. Not only did he have a relatively minor role in their title run, but their limited cap space means they can't offer him a lucrative deal in free agency.

This creates an opportunity for the 76ers to swoop in and grab him at a bargain price. Clarkson's skills as a sixth man are undeniable, with a 15.3 points-per-game average throughout his career. He was a scoring threat from anywhere on the court and is a great fit for Philadelphia's struggling second unit.

Clarkson averaged just 8.6 points per game this season, but that was largely due to his limited playing time, averaging only 17.8 minutes per contest. The Knicks' crowded backcourt prevented him from getting significant minutes, but the 76ers can offer him a consistent role off the bench.

Philadelphia's bench averaged just 32.4 points per game this season, making Clarkson an ideal candidate to help turn that around. Even better, he is likely to accept a veteran's minimum salary to secure a consistent role in the lineup.

The 76ers will have a limited budget to work with this summer, making them a prime target for under-the-radar free agents like Clarkson.