The Philadelphia 76ers are making some quiet but meaningful moves as they continue to reshape their roster in the post-trade deadline stretch. With the 10-day contracts for Charles Bassey and Patrick Baldwin Jr. expiring, the Sixers found themselves with a bit of flexibility-and Daryl Morey didn’t waste time putting it to use.
First up, the Sixers are bringing veteran guard Cam Payne back to the NBA on a rest-of-season deal. Payne had been playing overseas, but he’s no stranger to the league or to playoff basketball. His ability to handle the ball, push the pace, and knock down shots gives Philly a proven option in the backcourt-especially valuable after the team moved Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
In another move, the Sixers converted Jabari Walker’s two-way deal into a standard two-year contract. That’s a sign of confidence in the 21-year-old forward, who’s shown flashes of being a reliable rotation piece. He brings energy, rebounding, and positional versatility-traits that fit well with how Nick Nurse likes to deploy his lineups.
With Walker elevated to a full roster spot, that opened up a two-way slot-and the Sixers are reportedly filling it with Tyrese Martin, the former Hawks and Nets guard. Martin’s not a household name, but he’s got NBA experience and a track record of efficient scoring in limited minutes.
Across 97 games over two seasons, he averaged 8.2 points per game while shooting a respectable 34.6% from three. That kind of production on a two-way deal is a low-risk, potentially high-reward bet.
The Sixers have been in need of guard depth, and these additions help shore up that area without tying up long-term cap space. Payne brings a steady hand and playoff pedigree, while Martin offers some upside as a scorer who can stretch the floor. It’s the kind of layered roster-building that can pay off down the stretch-especially for a team navigating injuries and looking to stay competitive in a tight Eastern Conference race.
These aren't blockbuster moves, but they’re smart ones. And in a league where margins matter, the Sixers are doing what they can to stay sharp.