Dean Wade to explore free agency as Sixers show interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 12:20 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Dean Wade, a forward with the Cleveland Cavaliers, is expected to test unrestricted free agency, beginning at 6 p.m. ET. The Philadelphia 76ers are among the teams interested in Wade, who had a modest scoring average of 5.3 points and 3.6 rebounds in 342 NBA games. Wade, who played under 76ers President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey in Cleveland, could help fill Philadelphia's power forward needs. As the Sixers prepare for free agency, they are also looking at Kelly Oubre Jr. for potential acquisition soon.
- •Dean Wade averaging 5.3 points and 3.6 rebounds in NBA careers.
- •Wade expected to enter unrestricted free agency at 6 p.m. ET.
- •The Sixers currently have 11 players under contract.
- •Mike Gansey drafted Wade while with Cleveland Cavaliers.
- •Kelly Oubre Jr. is also on the Sixers' radar as a free agent.
- 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — Potential Sixers target expected to test free agency
"Dean Wade, a potential name to watch for the Philadelphia 76ers, is expected to test the market.
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