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76ers Get Good News in NBA Free Agency This Week originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Turns out that the Philadelphia 76ers weren’t done making moves after all. Just when it felt like the summer heat was cooling down, Philly decided to add a little more intrigue to its offseason. And no, it’s not the big blockbuster kind of news. But it’s the kind of smart depth move that can quietly pay off down the road.
The 76ers signed forward Jabari Walker to a two-way contract, as first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. Walker isn’t a household name yet, but don’t sleep on his potential. He played his first three NBA seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, logging 188 games. Last season, he averaged 5.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in just 12.5 minutes per game while shooting a career-high 51.5% from the field and 38.9% from three, according to ESPN.
Walker flashed real shooting touch, especially from the corners. He knocked down 43.5% of his corner threes, making him an ideal floor spacer. He’s also 6-foot-9, bringing much-needed size and flexibility to the Sixers’ forward rotation.
This signing follows Philly’s earlier addition of Trendon Watford, showing a clear plan. The Sixers are stacking up young, versatile forwards. They know they’ll need depth to survive the grind of an 82-game season and another playoff run.
Of course, a two-way contract means Walker won’t be on the main roster full-time. He’ll spend plenty of time with the Delaware Blue Coats, the Sixers’ G League affiliate. But his deal allows him to play up to 50 games in the NBA this season.
Portland, meanwhile, let Walker go. The Blazers shifted focus to players like Toumani Camara, leaving Walker looking for a new home. Philly gave him that chance.
The Sixers saw an opportunity. They didn’t overthink it. Now let’s see what Jabari Walker does with it.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
