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          What's the fallout from Embiid's extension and Hayward's injury?

          Kevin Pelton reacts to the latest news around the league. Rob Carr/Getty Images
          • Kevin Pelton, ESPN Senior WriterOct 19, 2017, 07:55 AM ET
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            • Co-author, Pro Basketball Prospectus series
            • Formerly a consultant with the Indiana Pacers
            • Developed WARP rating and SCHOENE system
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          Here's our team-by-team analysis of the major and minor transactions and more news -- including the larger ramifications of Gordon Hayward's leg injury, Joel Embiid's (sort of) max extension and the Bobby Portis-Nikola Mirotic incident.