Coverage dated October 17, 2026

Sixers waive Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones after Tacko Fall wins two-way contract spot

Headline from PhillyVoice

The Sixers brought a slew of players into training camp to contend for the team's third and final two-way contract. Tacko Fall won the job.

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  1. PhillyVoice

    Report: Sixers signing Tacko Fall to two-way contract (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    In the wake of Ariel Hukporti's season-ending torn Achilles and a slew of frontcourt injuries, Tacko Fall seems to have won a job by default.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Sixers convert 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to a two-way contract (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Fall, at 7-foot-6, gives the Sixers needed traditional size after reserve center Ariel Hukporti tore his Achilles in the team's preseason opener.

  3. PhillyVoice

    Sixers waive Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones after Tacko Fall wins two-way contract spot (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    The Sixers brought a slew of players into training camp to contend for the team's third and final two-way contract. Tacko Fall won the job.

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