Sixers face decision on Trendon Watford's team option before deadline

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Sixers face decision on Trendon Watford's team option before deadline
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The Philadelphia 76ers, having appointed Mike Gansey as the new President of Basketball Operations, must decide by June 29 whether to exercise Trendon Watford's $2.8 million team option for the 2026-27 season. Watford, who signed a two-year deal in the 2025 offseason, struggled during the 2025-26 season, playing only 53 games due to injuries and averaging 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. Despite his underwhelming performance, Watford showed potential with a 21.8% assist percentage, indicating his capability to contribute offensively. The team may consider keeping him for the upcoming season to evaluate his performance when healthy.

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  • Mike Gansey is the new President of Basketball Operations for the Sixers.
  • Watford has a $2.8 million option for the 2026-27 season.
  • He played only 53 games last season due to injuries.
  • Watford averaged 6.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 2025-26.
  • The Sixers' deadline to decide on his option is June 29.
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