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Charles Barkley tried unique strategy so the Philadelphia 76ers would not draft him, but it did not work

Before the 1984 NBA Draft, Charles Barkley was one of the most popular prospects. He was a dominant player at Auburn, which led to his selection at fifth overall by the Philadelphia 76ers. However, he was not a fan of the move to the 76ers at first. During the early 1980s, the Philadelphia 76ers were a constant contender. They finally cracked the code in 1983 when Julius “Dr. J” Erving, Moses Malone, and the rest of the 76ers led them to victory…
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NBA Analysis Network broke the news in on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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