The Philadelphia 76ers have signed 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to an Exhibit 10 contract, giving the towering big man another shot at the NBA. The team announced the deal on Tuesday, also bringing in Jameer Nelson Jr. and Saint Thomas.
Who is Tacko Fall and what is his NBA history?
Tacko Fall is a center originally from Senegal who gained fame playing college basketball for the UCF Golden Knights. He went undrafted in 2019 before signing his first NBA deal with the Boston Celtics. Fall has played a total of 37 regular-season games in the league, averaging 2.2 points and 2.4 rebounds in limited minutes. He also appeared in 55 G League contests. After his time with the Celtics, he spent the 2021-22 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers before heading overseas to continue his career.
His professional journey took him to the Chinese Basketball Association, where he played for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers, the Nanjing Monkey Kings, and most recently, the Ningbo Rockets. Fall also had a stint with the New Zealand Breakers. A viral moment from his time in China involved a powerful poster dunk that circulated widely on social media. His immense size and wingspan make him a unique defensive presence, particularly as a rim protector.
Why did the Philadelphia 76ers make this signing?
The 76ers are bringing Fall into training camp to compete for a roster spot. Exhibit 10 contracts are non-guaranteed deals that provide a bonus if the player is waived but then spends at least 60 days with the team's G League affiliate. For Philadelphia, this is a low-risk move to evaluate a player with extraordinary physical tools. The team has clear NBA Finals aspirations, as evidenced by their aggressive offseason moves to acquire star talent like LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in prior cycles.
Adding a player of Fall's dimensions directly addresses a need for interior depth and shot-blocking. You can track the team's progress and upcoming matchups on our schedule page. While Fall is not expected to be a primary rotation player immediately, his performance in camp could earn him a two-way contract or a spot with the Delaware Blue Coats, Philadelphia's G League team.
What comes next for Tacko Fall and the 76ers?
Fall will report to the 76ers' training camp later this month alongside the other Exhibit 10 signees. His primary objective will be to impress head coach Nick Nurse and the front office enough to secure a place on the 17-man roster. If he doesn't make the final cut, he will likely be a candidate for a two-way slot, allowing him to split time between the NBA and the G League. This structure gives the Sixers flexibility to develop his skills while keeping him within the organization.
The 76ers' offseason continues as they shape a team capable of contending in the Eastern Conference. After their disappointing playoff sweep, every addition is scrutinized for its potential impact. Fall's journey back to the NBA is a compelling subplot. His sheer size alone forces offensive adjustments from opponents, and he could provide valuable minutes in specific defensive schemes. The coming weeks will determine if this opportunity turns into a more permanent role for the 7-foot-6 giant in Philadelphia.