The Sixers play three games this week against teams in a position they've been in plenty in recent seasons. Except this year, Sixers fans won't be on the edge of their seats wondering how the team will disappoint them in the postseason.
The Sixers have successfully out-tanked the Raptors. They're now in a two-team race with the Nets for the fifth slot in the lottery standings and the fourth slot might be in play.