It is now August in the NBA offseason which means it’s a bit of a dull time in terms of any moves a team will make. However, it does mean that there is plenty of video out where players are putting in their final preparations for the upcoming season.
New Philadelphia 76ers addition De’Anthony Melton, acquired in a draft night trade, is the latest to be seen in the gym as he was participating in an open gym run organized by NBA developmental coach Olin Simplis.
Melton showed off a tight handle, a nice jump shot, and some real athleticism getting to the basket. It’s clear that he looks ready to get into training camp with the Sixers and really show off what he can do.
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Melton is expected to add some legitimate two-way ability to Philadelphia’s bench unit. He averaged 10.8 points and 4.5 rebounds and he shot 37.4% from deep in the 2021-22 season with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Story originally appeared on Sixers Wire
