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Why The 76ers Accept: The 76ers accept because they get an All-Star caliber guard in De'Aaron Fox while also adding three picks to strengthen their future. Fox can still help them compete now, and the picks give them flexibility for future trades or young talent.

Why The Spurs Accept: The Spurs would accept because Tyrese Maxey is younger, a better shooter, and fits perfectly next to Victor Wembanyama for the long term. They'd be betting that Maxey becomes the ideal co-star for Wemby and helps extend their championship window for the next decade.

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