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76ers Bring Back Cam Payne on Rest-of-Season Deal, Convert Jabari Walker to Standard Contract

The team plugs depth gaps with a low-cost Payne return via overseas buyout, completing the roster by converting Jabari Walker to a two-year deal.

Overview

  • Cam Payne is returning from Partizan Belgrade on a rest-of-season contract, per multiple reports including Marc Stein.
  • Partizan required a reported $1.75 million buyout for Payne’s release, with the 76ers permitted to contribute up to $875,000.
  • Payne is expected to sign for the prorated veteran minimum, giving Philadelphia an experienced ball-handler and shooter for the stretch run.
  • Jabari Walker has agreed to a two-year standard contract after reaching the 50-game limit on his two-way deal, according to Shams Charania and The Inquirer.
  • The moves address guard depth after deadline deals involving Jared McCain and Eric Gordon and are structured to keep the Sixers under the luxury tax.