The Sixers are declining their $2.9MM option on Lonnie Walker IV’s contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Walker was productive for the injury-riddled Sixers during the second half of the season. He appeared in 20 games and averaged 12.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists. However, Philadelphia has major salary cap concerns heading into free agency, which undoubtedly … [Read more...] about Sixers To Decline Option On Lonnie Walker’s Contract
Trendon Watford Joins Sixers On Two-Year Deal
July 2: Watford’s two-year, minimum-salary deal is official, per a press release from the Sixers. “Trendon is a young, dynamic player with a unique skill set who fits nicely with what we’re trying to accomplish on both sides of the ball,” president of basketball operations Daryl Morey said in a statement. “His size and versatility allow him to guard multiple positions, while … [Read more...] about Trendon Watford Joins Sixers On Two-Year Deal
Sixers Sign VJ Edgecombe, Johni Broome, Hunter Sallis
The Sixers have signed first-round pick VJ Edgecombe and second-rounder Johni Broome, the team announced in a press release. Edgecombe was the third overall selection after a spectacular season at Baylor, where he was named Big 12 Freshman of the Year and earned second-team all-conference honors. He’s an explosive athlete with the potential to excel for Philadelphia at both … [Read more...] about Sixers Sign VJ Edgecombe, Johni Broome, Hunter Sallis
Eric Gordon Re-Signs With Sixers On One-Year Deal
The Sixers have officially re-signed veteran guard Eric Gordon, according to team press release. It’s a one-year, veteran’s minimum deal worth $3.6MM, Sixers beat reporter Derek Bodner tweets. Gordon declined his $3.47MM option in order to become a free agent but there was reported interest in a reunion and it has come to fruition. Turning down that option and re-signing on a … [Read more...] about Eric Gordon Re-Signs With Sixers On One-Year Deal
Free Agency Rumors: Monk, Pistons, Westbrook, Yabusele, Clippers
The Pistons may be pursuing a trade for Kings guard Malik Monk, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Dennis Schröder is expected to sign with Sacramento and could get there via a sign-and-trade deal that sends Monk to Detroit. With Schröder expected to join the Kings and Malik Beasley‘s NBA future up in the air due to a gambling-related investigation, the … [Read more...] about Free Agency Rumors: Monk, Pistons, Westbrook, Yabusele, Clippers