How much will elton brand help the sixers and will they be able to play with the celtics?

Question

also, do you think they will be contenders for the confrence title?

Answer 1

They'll definitely become contenders. But sometimes, you never know. Keep in mind that putting together star players is not always a recipe for success. The Sixers saw that in the Iverson era. Don't get your hopes too high.

But the Sixers do have a very good chance. Brand brings a lot that the Sixers are lacking - a low post scorer, and strong rebounder, a defensive stopper. It's very similar to how Garnett plugged up a lot of the Celtics' holes last year. But the big difference between the Celtics and the Sixers is that Elton Brand is no Kevin Garnett. Brand is amazing in his own right, but Garnett is just more skilled.

As of right now, the Sixers are still missing a three-point shooter. Krover could have helped, but he's gone. They don't need Ray Allen. But they do need a guy like Shane Battier or Michael Finley.

So the Sixers will improve a lot. I'd estimate a 50-something win season. They'll be able to go up against the tougher teams in the NBA. But a conference title seems a bit unlikely.

Answer 2

i dont think they will be a contender this year but i think they will go to the 2nd round i think brand will be a other deffense of presense and will be some one they can give to in a half court game

Answer 3

He'll have to play at a superstar level along with Andre Igoudala against the Celtics Big Three

Answer 4

Elton Brand will help the sixers greatly - he is a high caliber player and brings in great ability and team leadership as he has been doing that the last years with the clippers.  But as good as he is, I don't think anyone can handle the Celtics after seeing what they did to the Kobe and lakers last year.  The Celtics defense is just so shutdown.  They can handle the best offenses.

Answer 5

Brand can help sixers in scoring and rebound and can be a big help in heir defense he averag 20.3 points, 10.4 rebounds (4.0 being offensive rebounds) and 2.00 blocks in his career.

still boston is much better in defense and scoring ... maybe in 2 years time they can

Answer 6

Elton Brand will help them a lot. I think they will now be contending for the title in the East. I really do believe they have the talent, youth, energy and most importantly athleticism to match up well against the defending champs -- the Boston Celtics. With Elton Brand, they have a potent low post threat. A guy who can man the paint. A franchise player. Plus Andre Miller, and Andre Iguodala this is definitely an exciting team and a team to watch out for!

-- Nix ♦