Since they’re only one-and-a-half games out of a playoff spot, the Philadelphia 76ers should remain a buyer as trade season gets underway in the NBA. Armed with decent sized contracts and draft capital, Daryl Morey has the assets to bolster the supporting cast around the team’s star trio.

As the rumor mill starts to heat up, the staff at The Athletic compiled a big board of players who could be on the move before the February 6th deadline. Among those mentioned was Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic. When listing best fits for the veteran, the Sixers were among the handful of teams cited.

Given that he’s a 38.4 percent career 3-point shooter, it’s exceptionally difficult to imagine he won’t get back to that level at some point as he gets his rhythm back. But he doesn’t totally fit the Hawks’ new age timeline, and a number of teams would love to get a player like Bogdanović, who has a proven big-game track record on the international stage.

With the Hawks going in a different direction, Bogdanovic could garner a lot interest around the league. For the Sixers, the 32-year-old provides multiple needed skills. Bogdanovic could serve as a sixth man/spot starter, along with providing secondary playmaking and shot creation on the offensive end. Most importantly, he is another above-average three-point shooter to put around Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George.

Bogdanovic’s dip in production shouldn’t be alarming, as the Hawks’ roster shakeup has likely played a part in that. In 12 games this season, he is averaging 11.8 PPG and 2.0 APG while shooting 34.6% from deep on moderate volume. With an increased shot quality playing alongside three All-Star’s, Bogdanoivc’s numbers would surely revert back to his career average if traded to the Sixers.

The Sixers would have to combine multiple contracts to acquire Bogdanovic ($17.2 million salary), but he’d be a long-term investment at a rather team-friendly price. He is signed through this season and next with a club option for 2027.

With the Sixers’ high-end talent locked in, the focus is on building a strong supporting cast. As an experienced guard with a complementary skill set, Bogdanovic is someone who could help Philly achieve their goals this season and beyond.

ATLANTA – Atlanta has the highest number of rental properties impacted by price adjustment algorithms, according to a recent White House analysis on RealPage, a company under scrutiny by the Department of Justice.

The DOJ has accused RealPage of harming renters through its price-setting software, which uses algorithms to adjust rental rates. The White House noted that limited housing supply and reduced competition contribute to higher prices, with the issue particularly pronounced in Atlanta.

READ THE REPORT

In Atlanta, about three-fourths of available rental units are affected by RealPage’s algorithms, according to the report. Nationally, the company’s software is used in at least 10% of rental properties.

The analysis estimates that the pricing algorithms add about $181 per month to Atlanta renters’ costs, significantly higher than the $70 national average increase.

RealPage denies that its revenue management software is the issue and says that housing affordability is the real issue. They have devoted considerable space on their website to disputing various reports. 

Atlanta ranked 30th most expensive rental market for month of November, study says

Additionally, they released a statement in response to the report from the White House saying, “We are disappointed The White House CEA never contacted RealPage about their report, which is riddled with flawed assumptions.”

RealPage says that the White House’s conclusions were based on the “erroneous assumptions” that all property managers are setting coordinated rents.

7 corporations own more than 50K metro Atlanta rental homes, analysis finds

The company is correct in saying that affordable housing is a major concern for many Americans. 

Atlanta Beltline surpasses affordable housing goals, eyes 7,500-unit milestone

The Braves will be available to more in-market fans in 2025, in an interesting deal that seems like a good thing for fans. Having a broadcast TV option for in-market viewers is a pretty huge win, as not having to pay for a cable package while still being able to watch some Braves baseball is only going to expand the number of fans who can access Braves games this year. This represents a small loosening of the grip that the RSN/blackout zone era has had on access to watch local teams. Meanwhile, the rumor mill churns and we continue our season reviews.

Braves News

The Braves will be simulcasting 15 games over broadcast television in-market in 2025, in a deal with Gray Media.

Gaurav took a look at one of the bittersweet stories in the organization for 2024, as the big-bonus Ambioris Tavarez took meaningful steps forward in a small sample, but suffered from injury.

MLB News

Braves’ legend (sarcasm) Griffin Canning reportedly agreed to a 1 year deal just north of $4 million with the division rival Mets.

Nolan Arenado reportedly used his no-trade clause to block a trade from the Cardinals to the Astros, but the teams are reportedly still in discussions.

Old friend Bryse Wilson signed a major league deal with the White Sox worth just over $1 million to compete for a rotation spot.

The Angels and White sox made a minor trade, as the White Sox sent catcher Chuckie Robinson for cash.