Moses Malone recognized as Sixers' top free agent signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Moses Malone is heralded as the greatest free agent signing in Philadelphia 76ers history as of July 5, 2026. Malone joined the team after signing a six-year, $13.2 million offer sheet while being the reigning MVP. He contributed significantly in his first season, averaging 24.5 points and 15.3 rebounds, leading the team to a championship in 1983. His playoff performance included averages of 26.0 points and 15.8 rebounds, earning him Finals MVP honors. The discussion highlights Malone's impact amid the Sixers' long history since their inception.
- •Malone signed with the Sixers in 1982.
- •He averaged 24.5 points and 15.3 rebounds in the regular season.
- •Led the Sixers to an NBA championship in 1983.
- •Won Finals MVP with 26.0 points and 15.8 rebounds in the playoffs.
- •Sixers have a rich history dating back to the 1940s.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers legend considered franchise's greatest free agent signing
"Philadelphia 76ers legend Moses Malone is considered the franchise's greatest free agent signing in its history.
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