4 Former Bucks Milwaukee might have to face in the playoffs
By Tyler Watts
4 Former Bucks Milwaukee might have to face in the playoffs: 2. Tobias Harris, Philadelphia 76ers
Fans may not remember that Harris started his career with the Bucks. He was the 19th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats, but a three-team draft night trade landed him in Milwaukee. Harris struggled to find a role as a rookie, and he was traded in Feb. of 2013 to the Magic as Milwaukee added J.J. Redick, Ish Smith, and Gustavo Ayon in hopes of bolstering their playoff odds.
Harris immediately took off after arriving in Orlando where he averaged 17.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.4 blocks in 36.1 minutes per game to close out the 2012-13 season. Ever since he has played over 30 minutes per game and has been a key contributor.
Harris was traded to the Sixers in 2019 where he has helped them reach the playoffs four straight years. Philadelphia has reached the second round three times, but they are looking to break through this season.
Joel Embiid is playing like the MVP, and James Harden gives the 76ers one of the best offensive duos in the league. Throw in Harris and Tyrese Maxey, and no team is eager to face Philly in the postseason. Will fans finally get a Sixers versus Bucks playoff matchup? Only if both teams reach the conference finals.