On March 4, Beijing time, the 76ers officially announced the signing of Jordan Jr., who will wear the No. 9 battle robe. After being abandoned by the Lakers, Jordan Jr. was blessed with the 76ers, and he will also assist Harden and Embiid to impact the championship. Jordan Jr. also thanked the Lakers, and excitedly joined forces with Harden and Embiid, posting Embiid and Harden's emojis.
"Welcome to Philadelphia, Deandre (Jordan Jr.)!" The 76-man official tweeted. Subsequently, the 76ers officer posted a photo of Jordan Jr. wearing a 76-man trench coat.
Previously, the name Shams has been revealed that Jordan Jr. has passed the clarification period and will sign a contract with the 76ers. To make room for Jordan Jr., the 76ers will suspend a 10-day contract with Cauley-Stein, who can now sign with any team.
Professionally, Jordan Jr. played 964 games, including 775 starts, averaging 9.2 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1 assist and 1.5 blocks per game. He also played in 57 playoff games, averaging 9.8 points, 11.3 rebounds and two blocks per game.
The 13-year veteran has shot 67.4 percent in his career, shooting more than 70 percent in four single-season shots in his career, the only one in history.
Before joining Philadelphia, Jordan Jr. played in 32 games for the Lakers, including 19 starts, averaging 4.1 points and 5.4 rebounds per game and shooting 67.4 percent from the field.
Joining the 76ers this time, Jordan Jr. will also play the role of Embiid's backup. Earlier, Lakers coach Vogel revealed that Jordan Jr. hopes to play a bigger role in the new team, and now, around Harden, he is expected to glow a new spring, if so, the Lakers are really god assists.