The Sixers announced Friday night shortly following their win over the Hornets that they've waived two-way contract player Kenneth Lofton Jr.
After signing with the Sixers in late December, Lofton missed time because of a left shoulder sprain and for personal reasons. He ultimately made just two garbage-time appearances as a Sixer and never entered head coach Nick Nurse’s backup big man picture.
The 21-year-old lefty has played 11 games for the G League’s Delaware Blue Coats and averaged 26.4 points, 9.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists.
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Lofton scored 43 points last Friday in the Blue Coats’ win vs. the Grand Rapids Gold. For better and for worse, Lofton has an unconventional game. He’s listed at 6-foot-6, 275 pounds and thrives on post-up and iso touches.
Darius Bazley’s 10-day contract has expired and he’s back with Delaware. For the time being, that means the Sixers have two open regular roster spots and one open two-way slot.
Rookies Terquavion Smith and Ricky Council IV are still under two-way contracts. Council has earned rotation minutes with the Sixers since the start of February and looks like a good candidate to have his contract converted to a standard NBA deal.
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Across the league, Friday was the last day players could be waived and remain eligible for this season's playoffs. Teams can sign players through the conclusion of the regular season.