In a flurry of roster activity, the Philadelphia 76ers are making moves ahead of a challenging stretch in the NBA season. “The Sixers are reportedly poised to make a second 10-day contract signing.” This development follows the team’s recent temporary addition of forward Chuma Okeke, who was brought in on a 10-day contract, reported by Sports Illustrated.
Okeke, who joined the squad Friday, saw limited action during the game against the Pistons. As reports indicate, “Chuma Okeke joined the Sixers on a 10-day contract Friday and played two garbage-time minutes in the team’s loss to the Pistons.” While his minutes were scarce, his signing underscores the Sixers’ intent to maintain a flexible roster as they navigate injury concerns and scheduling demands.
The spotlight now turns to veteran forward David Roddy. According to sources, “The team is planning to add David Roddy on a 10-day deal after he clears waivers, Jake Fischer reported Sunday.” Roddy, who was officially waived Friday by the Atlanta Hawks, is poised to bring his experience and physicality to the Sixers’ frontcourt. At 6-foot-4 and 255 pounds, the 23-year-old forward has a robust frame that has helped him carve out a niche in his previous stops around the NBA.
Roddy’s journey in professional basketball has been an eventful one. Interestingly, his connection with Philadelphia is not entirely new. Two years ago, he was technically drafted by the Sixers. On draft night in 2023, the team had traded the 23rd overall pick—Roddy—along with veteran Danny Green to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for De’Anthony Melton. Since entering the league, Roddy has appeared in 162 regular-season games, averaging 6.3 points and 2.9 rebounds per contest. Despite these modest numbers, his versatility and grit remain attractive qualities for teams in need of depth.
During his collegiate career at Colorado State, Roddy displayed an impressive all-around game. In his junior season, he averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists, while shooting 57.1 percent from the floor and 43.8 percent from beyond the arc. However, his three-point shooting has suffered in the transition to the NBA, where he has managed only 30.8 percent from deep.
In other roster news, the Sixers have also made a strategic move by converting Justin Edwards from a two-way contract to a standard NBA deal. This conversion reflects the organization’s commitment to providing its emerging players with greater stability and an opportunity to contribute more significantly over the long term.
With these calculated moves, Philadelphia is clearly working to build a robust and dynamic roster capable of adapting to the rigorous demands of the season. The addition of seasoned and emerging talents alike signals the Sixers’ determination to remain competitive as the season unfolds.