A former Philadelphia 76ers draft pick is gaining a second chance with the San Antonio Spurs.
draft pick recently hit the free agency market. After two seasons with the San Antonio Spurs, Charles Bassey was waived.
Since entering the NBA, Bassey has been climbing an uphill battle. When he was selected 53rd overall by the Sixers, Bassey was fortunate to land a standard contract as a second-round selection on a playoff-caliber team. Heading into his second season with the Sixers, Bassey was considered a potential prospect to get wiaved. His sophomore training camp and preseason was critical for his future in Philadelphia. Following the 2022 NBA Preseason, the Sixers decided to waive Bassey.
He appeared in 35 games, collecting two starts while spending 15 minutes on the court per game. Bassey had a career-best stint, producing six points and six rebounds per outing.
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