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The Philadelphia 76ers are overhearing LeBron James rumors during the summer of 2026. Philly addressed one NBA Free Agency move amid the rumblings. But this one involves an ex- Portland Trail Blazers talent who agreed to a two-way contract Wednesday.
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Sixers insider for the Philly Sports Network Zach Ciavolella revealed who's heading to the franchise : Rayan Rupert , who adds new youth to the fold.
Rupert arrives as a 22-year-old shooting guard option into the room. The two-way deal allows him to also head down to the G-League if needed, as he could suit up for the Delaware Blue Coats.
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The former second round selection for the Blazers' 2023 draft class played in eight games last season with the Memphis Grizzlies . He went on to average 12.2 points per game.
But now there are theories the Sixers will clear up more room after placing Rupert on his new deal.
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"The Sixers could create roster space without significant financial penalty by waiving either Jabari Walker (partial guarantee) or Dalen Terry (non-guaranteed). They've already used their exceptions, so it doesn't create new money. Only minimums available," Sixers on Sports Illustrated insider Austin Krell posted on X.
Caleb Love isn't mentioned as a potential move, though. He too came to Philly via Portland and agreed to his own two-way contract.
But again, the focus seems to be on where the four-time NBA champion James lands. Even 76ers president Bob Myers is doing his part to pitch Philadelphia to James' agent Rich Paul . Adding James places him in a room with Philly's most-prized newcomer Jaylen Brown .
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