Philadelphia 76ers forward Jabari Walker reveals the lesson he learned from Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups.

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Jabari Walker expected to receive a full contract offer this summer, not a two-way deal. But the free-agency market and the feedback, the 22-year-old forward added, “doesn’t lie.” So Walker acknowledges he “100 percent” has motivation as he joins the Sixers on a contract that requires him to split time between the NBA team and the G League’s Delaware Blue Coats.

Lowry was hampered by a hip injury for much of the 2024-25 season, limiting him to 35 games. But his leadership in the locker room and on the bench remains valuable.

Kyle Lowry will return to his hometown team for his 20th NBA season. The Sixers have signed the North Philadelphia native to a one-year deal on Monday.