Report: Sixers to sign big man Kenneth Lofton Jr. to a two-way deal

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The Philadelphia 76ers made a bit of a minor move on Saturday afternoon when they decided to bring in big man Kenneth Lofton Jr. on a two-way deal. After playing 15 games for the Memphis Grizzlies, Lofton Jr. was waived before Philadelphia reportedly signed him to a deal Saturday. In 39 career games for the Grizzlies, Lofton averaged 4.1 points and 1.7 rebounds. He was named the 2023 G League MVP when he averaged 20.2 points and 10.5 rebounds with 3.9 assists across 17 regular season games. He is a skilled big man despite his 6-foot-6, 275-pound frame and he can do a lot of different things out on the floor. The Philadelphia 76ers are signing F/C Kenneth Lofton Jr., on a two-way contract, sources tell ESPN. Lofton played parts of the past two seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. Lofton adds to the Sixers frontline depth. pic.twitter.com/j1d2fO6age — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 23, 2023 To make room for Lofton, the Sixers will reportedly waive Javonte Smart who was with Philadelphia on a two-way deal himself. Lofton will likely head to the Delaware Blue Coats to continue his development as a player. If the Sixers ever need some more depth behind Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris at the big men spots, Lofton would be able to answer the call for Philadelphia. Sixers happy with production they receive from Danuel House Jr.Tyrese Maxey explains his frequent 4th quarter success to lead SixersNBA Twitter reacts to Tobias Harris going off to lead Sixers over Raptors
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