# Sixers waive two players after Tacko Fall wins two-way contract

> Sixers waive Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones after Tacko Fall wins two-way contract spot.
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- Summary: Sixers waive Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones after Tacko Fall wins two-way contract spot. Philadelphia 76ers waived Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones to…
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- Published: 2026-10-17T16:12:56.567+00:00
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## Sixers waive two players
The Sixers waived Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones after Tacko Fall won the team's third two-way contract spot.
## Tacko Fall wins two-way contract
Tacko Fall was awarded the team's third two-way contract spot after competing with five players in training camp.
## Two-way contract competition
The Sixers signed five players to compete for the third two-way contract spot, including Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones.
## Players waived
The Sixers waived Jameer Nelson Jr., Dillon Jones, Taye Fields, and Cris Carroll after signing two players to Exhibit 10 contracts.
## Two-way contract rationale
The Sixers used the third two-way spot on a center due to frontcourt injuries and the need for depth.
## Tacko Fall's status
Tacko Fall, a 7-foot-6 center, suffered a hip injury days into camp and has been sidelined since.
## Blue Coats rotation
Nelson, Jones, Thomas, Miles, Fields, and Carroll could form the core of the Delaware Blue Coats' 2026-27 rotation.
## Key takeaway

Philadelphia 76ers waived Jameer Nelson Jr. and Dillon Jones to give Tacko Fall the team's third two-way contract spot.