After a strong rookie season in Delaware, the Philadelphia 76ers rewarded Shake Milton with a four-year, rookie-scale contract this summer. If all breaks right, the Sixers will have Milton on a minimal contract for four seasons — a solid value, if his potential is realized.
Injury concerns are what led to Milton’s availability in the mid-50s on draft night. He profiled as a fringe first-round pick for most of his junior season, showcasing the skill and versatility NBA teams covet on the perimeter. He fits an archetype that’s becoming increasingly prominent.
At 6-foot-6, Milton has the length to defend three positions successfully.