The Philadelphia 76ers made their first signing in NBA free agency on Tuesday, June 30. The team added Dean Wade from the Cleveland Cavaliers.
According to ESPN, the Sixers added Wade to the roster with a four-year, $39 million deal.
Wade instantly reunites with former Cavaliers General Manager Mike Gansey, who joined the Sixers as the President of Basketball Operations this offseason.
NBA Fans React To Philadelphia 76ers’ Dean Wade Addition
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 16: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots over Dakarai Tucker #14 of Maccabi Ra’anana during the second half of a preseason exhibition game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 16, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated Maccabi Ra’anana 120-89. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Sixers fans took to Reddit on Tuesday night to discuss the addition of Wade.
Saute_and_pray kept their analysis simple: Tall, plays D, and can drain a 3.
Fultzacl made sure to add some Philly flavor to it: Don’t forget the most important part, injury prone.
Icehole505 makes a familiar comparison: Cavs fans treat his shooting the same way we do Oubre and Grimes. My guess is weâll feel the same. Heâs not a non-shooter, but definitely not an offensive weapon in any way.
xych05is2pointzero likes the addition: I mean heâs solid, very good defender, super low usage player. Might not be a flashy get for us but heâs gonna help a lot.
Aggressive_Lex350 has another comparison that Sixers fans may or may not like: He’s basically a 6’9 PJ Tucker. Decent 3/D player.
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 23: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 23, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Wizards 117-107 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Wade is certainly going to see a bump in expectations going to Philly.
He’s no longer a homegrown, developmental talent with the Cavs. Making nearly $40 million, the 20.0 minutes per game will likely near 30, which will surely apply pressure to Dean in Philadelphia.
Dean Wade’s Cavaliers Run
GettyINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – OCTOBER 15: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots the ball against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on October 15, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Since 2019, Wade has played in 342 games for the Cavaliers. He started 160 of those matchups.
From three, Wade has averaged 3.2 shots per game, knocking down 36.7% of his attempts.
The veteran forward has averaged 5.8 points per game, coming down with 3.6 rebounds and dishing out 1.1 assists.
Defensively, Wade is a strong addition to the Sixers’ frontcourt. As long as he can stay healthy and prove he’s able to serve a slightly bigger offensive role in Philadelphia, he should be a decent addition to the lineup.
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