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76ers Get Jemison for Preseason Depth
Philadelphia adds center Trey Jemison to fill preseason gaps.
In brief
Philadelphia adds center Trey Jemison to fill preseason gaps. Philadelphia 76ers could claim Toronto's two-way center Trey Jemison III to address depth after Ariel Hukporti's injury. Originally reported by Philadelphia 76ers On SI.
76ers already have center
Philadelphia grabbed Ariel Hukporti from New York Knicks.
Hukporti injury ends campaign
A right Achilles rupture ended Hukporti's 2026-27 campaign in preseason opener.
Toronto waives Jemison
Toronto waived two-way center Trey Jemison III Wednesday afternoon.
Jemison's background
Jemison played for five teams since 2023-24 with career-best 7.4 points.
Jemison's Lakers stint
Jemison averaged 2.6 points and 1.9 fouls in 10.3 minutes per game with Lakers.
Jemison's potential value
Jemison could offer intel on Knicks and championship experience for 76ers.
76ers' two-way spot
Philadelphia has one more two-way contract slot for center.
Jemison's size advantage
Jemison weighs 35 pounds more than Adem Bona for rim defense.
Jemison's age and upside
Jemison's age works against upside but centers can evolve.
What matters most
Philadelphia 76ers could claim Toronto's two-way center Trey Jemison III to address depth after Ariel Hukporti's injury.
