Philadelphia’s front office reshuffled its training‑camp roster on Saturday, handing the last two‑way contract to 7‑foot‑6 center Tacko Fall and releasing four hopefuls.
Key points
- Tacko Fall secured the final two‑way contract for the Sixers despite a recent hip injury.
- Jameer Nelson Jr., Dillon Jones, Taye Fields and Cris Carroll were waived on Saturday.
- The waived players may join the Delaware Blue Coats for the 2026‑27 G‑League season.
The 76ers announced on Saturday that they have waived guard Jameer Nelson Jr., forward Dillon Jones, forward Taye Fields and guard Cris Carroll, according to team reporter Matt Murphy. All four were part of a group of five players signed to compete for the franchise’s third and final two‑way contract.
The coveted two‑way slot was awarded to 7‑foot‑6 center Tacko Fall, who was the only big man invited to camp for that role. Fall, who is well‑liked in the locker room, suffered a hip injury early in camp but remained the team’s choice to fill the spot, especially after a season‑ending injury to frontcourt prospect Ariel Hukporti and other frontcourt concerns.
Tacko Fall earns the final two‑way spot
Earlier in the week, the Sixers also waived Saint Thomas and Duke Miles, who were on Exhibit 10 contracts. After those moves, Fields and Carroll were signed, dressed for the season‑final game on Friday, and then released alongside Nelson and Jones. The six players could form the core of the Delaware Blue Coats’ 2026‑27 rotation, with several Blue Coats coaches present at Friday’s practice.
The roster adjustments reflect the Sixers’ strategy to address a spate of frontcourt ailments by securing a traditional center on a two‑way deal, while giving fringe players a chance to develop in the G‑League. The team has not indicated any further roster moves before the regular season begins.
Sixers cut four players amid frontcourt injuries
Fans and analysts note that the decision underscores the value the Sixers place on size and depth at the center position, even as the club navigates injuries that have limited its frontcourt options during the preseason.
Reader questions
What is a two‑way contract in the NBA?
A two‑way contract allows a player to split time between an NBA team and its G‑League affiliate, with a limited number of days allowed on the NBA roster.
What happens to players after they are waived?
Waived players become free agents and can sign with other NBA teams, G‑League clubs, or pursue opportunities overseas.
Why did the Sixers choose a center for the two‑way spot?
The team faced several frontcourt injuries, including a season‑ending injury to Ariel Hukporti, prompting them to prioritize size by awarding the contract to center Tacko Fall.
Source: phillyvoice.com
