Sampson opted for a new start with the Nuggets rather than return to the Sixers.
When the Philadelphia 76ers cut JaKarr Sampson to make room for Joel Anthony in a trade that might end up being voided anyway, the plan was to bring him back if he cleared waivers.
While the 22-year-old did clear waivers this weekend, he will not be returning to the Sixers. Shams Charania of The Vertical is reporting that Sampson will be signing a two-year deal with the Denver Nuggets.
Philadelphia free agent JaKarr Sampson is finalizing a two-year contract with the Denver Nuggets, league sources tell The Vertical.