Sixers eye ex-Knicks center for roster boost

The Philadelphia 76ers are exploring the addition of center Trey Jemison, who was recently waived by the Toronto Raptors. This move comes after the Sixers' center depth was impacted by Ariel Hukporti's Achilles rupture during the preseason on Oct. 5. Jemison could be signed to Philadelphia's final two-way contract slot or claimed off waivers.

Jemison brings experience, having played for five teams since his rookie season in 2023-24. He spent the entire 2025-26 campaign with the Knicks, offering potential insights into the defending champions and valuable championship experience for the Sixers' locker room. Despite past struggles with consistency and foul trouble, his size and rebounding ability could be beneficial.

The 76ers, with only one non-Embiid big man available after Hukporti's injury, see Jemison as a low-risk option to bolster their frontcourt. While his upside might be limited due to his age, his physical presence at the rim and screen-setting capabilities are considered valuable assets as the team navigates non-Embiid minutes.