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Sixers podcast: Discussing impact of altered NBA draft process amid COVID-19 pandemic

Keith Pompey and Jeff Cohen also talk about Alabama point guard Kira Lewis Jr., who could be a first-round option for the Sixers

Alabama guard Kira Lewis Jr. (2) has been linked to the Sixers with the 22nd overall pick in mock drafts.
Alabama guard Kira Lewis Jr. (2) has been linked to the Sixers with the 22nd overall pick in mock drafts.Read moreVasha Hunt / AP
    by Keith Pompey
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In this Locked on Sixers podcast, Keith Pompey and Heart Of Sports 610 ESPN co-host Jeff Cohen discuss the altered NBA draft process amid the coronavirus and how it impacts prospects who are unsure about withdrawing from the draft. They turn their attention to Alabama point guard Kira Lewis Jr. and Texas Tech shooting guard Jahmi’us Ramsey, who could be late first-round options for the 76ers. Pompey and Cohen also discuss Sixers second-year shooting guard Zhaire Smith and what to make of Sixers general manager Elton Brand’s comments about Joel Embiid working hard and being focused.