Sixers' General Manager Ed Stefansky continues to show a bold and aggressive nature not often seen in Philadelphia outside of the Flyers with the announcement that they have signed veteran center Theo Ratliff to a one-year deal at the veteran's minimum of $1.4 million.
Ratliff, who played for the Sixers from 1997 to 2001, was reportedly offered more money to play elsewhere but preferred to return to Philadelphia. Even though he was not on the Sixers' roster when they made it to the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers in 2001, Ratliff was a key component of the Larry Brown renaissance.
Since leaving the Sixers, Ratliff has played for Atlanta, Portland, Boston, Minnesota, and Detroit last season. He has career averages of 7.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.6 blocks.
Signing an additional big man was made a major priority two weeks ago when back up center Jason Smith tore his ACL.
Ratliff brings veteran experience to one of the youngest teams in the league, as well as one of the premier shot blocking talents in the league. He will add serious depth off the bench as well as leadership in the lockeroom.
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TEAMS: Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Lakers
TEAMS: Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Lakers
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