By Jerry Wein
The 76ers have acquired the 53rd overall pick in the tonight’s NBA Draft from the Pelicans in exchange for cash considerations.
Philly now has three picks in the draft: the 28th, 50th and 53rd overall picks.
Sources: The 76ers sent $2 million in cash to the Pelicans for the No. 53 pick. Begins to set the rate for purchasing a pick in tonight's NBA Draft. https://t.co/ZDBvGR1y4Q
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