Dean Wade was signed to a four-year, $39MM deal and Anfernee Simons was added on a two-year, $12.3MM contract in July. Thus far, those free agent signings look like shrewd moves by Sixers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey, Adam…
The Philadelphia 76ers are seeing strong early returns from free agent additions Dean Wade and Anfernee Simons. Wade, who signed a four-year, $39 million contract in July, is averaging 26.3 minutes and 1.9 steals per game while providing defensive versatility, earning high praise from teammate Tyrese Maxey.
Simons joined the Sixers on a two-year, $12.3 million deal and averaged 20 points across a three-game stretch before recent struggles. Head coach Nick Nurse highlighted Simons' quick shooting ability and how his presence creates offensive space for the team.
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