76ers Sign Former All-American Guard on Thursday After NBA Draft

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Dibyendu Mondal | Last updated Jun 27, 2025 7:56 AM ET

The Philadelphia 76ers used the No. 3 pick to select Baylor’s VJ Edgecombe, then selected Auburn center Johni Broome at No. 35.

They seemed set, firmly building around their veteran core and rising young guard Tyrese Maxey, yet they turned heads again on Thursday.

Shortly after the second round closed, the Sixers moved fast. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, “Wake Forest’s Hunter Sallis has agreed to a two‑way NBA contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.”

A former McDonald’s All‑American, Sallis began at Gonzaga with a limited role over two seasons before transferring to Wake Forest. There, he earned First‑Team All‑ACC honors twice (2024, 2025) and averaged approximately 18 points per game both seasons.

His junior year boasted an efficient 40% three‑point shooting, but it dipped to 27.7% in his final season, likely contributing to his undrafted status.

Still, Sallis brought elite athleticism, a 6‑foot‑5 frame, 6‑10 wingspan, plus solid mid‑range scoring and finishing at the rim.

The two‑way deal gives Sallis a chance in both the NBA and G‑League. He’ll join Alex Reese on two‑way duties as Philadelphia boosts its guard depth. Summer League will be his proving ground.

Hunter Sallis should have been drafted. Puzzling. Solid shot creater and finisher who is very skilled offensively. Good playmaker for his teammates at Wake and he’s a quality defender at 6-5. That’s a very good undrafted pickup by the 76ers.
— John Fanta (@John_Fanta) June 27, 2025

For the Sixers, this move reflects Daryl Morey’s track record of identifying undrafted talent.

If Sallis can recover his deep shooting and maintain his scoring aggressiveness, he offers upside as a secondary ball‑handler and perimeter scorer. As John Fanta of FOX College Hoops noted, it’s “a very good undrafted pickup”.

All eyes move to training camp and Summer League. If Sallis shows improved three‑point consistency and court awareness, he may earn a full roster spot.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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