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