All-time greats are defined by their stats, individual awards, and skill set. But in recent years, one sentiment has emerged from the depths of NBA discourse: a valuing of arguably the most important accolade of all: NBA championships.
This newfound sentiment has been aptly named "Ring Culture", and has brought forth debates that previously would've never been brought up. Players like Tim Duncan and Kawhi Leonard have seen massive shifts in their discourse, often for the better. In contrast, players like James Harden and Luka Doncic have seen the opposite happen, with NBA fans refusing to acknowledge their greatness until they win a championship.
So now, because of this shift in discourse, players past their prime have begun to change teams, joining up with current stars in hopes of capturing one final championship. This phenomenon has been seen in players like Kevin Durant, James Harden, and most importantly, LeBron James.
The Philadelphia 76ers have had one hell of an off-season.