The Philadelphia 76ers have added another intriguing young forward to their roster. They have signed free agent Jabari Walker to a two-way contract ahead of the 2025–26 NBA season. The move comes as the team continues to build depth at the power forward position, following the earlier addition of Trendon Watford. Walker, who spent his first three seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers , brings a promising mix of youth and NBA experience.
The Philadelphia 76ers signed Jabari Walker
ESPN’s Shams Charania first broke the news, reporting, “Free agent forward Jabari Walker has agreed to a two-way NBA deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, source tells ESPN. Walker spent his first three NBA seasons in Portland, appearing in 188 games.”
Walker, a second-round pick in the 2022 NBA Draft out of Colorado, had flashes of promise during his time in Portland. His 2023–24 campaign saw him play a key rotational role, averaging 8.9 points and 7.1 rebounds in 23.6 minutes across 72 games, including 23 starts.
However, his playing time dipped this past season following the Blazers’ acquisition of Deni Avdija and the emergence of Toumani Camara. Despite a reduced role, Walker continued to produce efficiently in 60 games, averaging 5.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in 12.5 minutes per game while shooting a career-best 51.5% from the field and 38.9% from beyond the arc.
Notably, Walker made the most of his perimeter opportunities, especially from the corners; 45.8% of his three-point attempts came from the corners, where he knocked down 45.5% of his shots. Though the volume was limited, the efficiency stood out.
The 22-year-old stands 6-foot-9 and offers positional flexibility, capable of filling in at either forward spot. With his combination of rebounding, spot-up shooting, and size, he fits well into a Sixers roster that continues to prioritize youth and athleticism this offseason.