In a surprising move, James Ennis III will return to the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $4.1 million contract, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. The second year is a player option, allowing him to enter the market again next summer.
Given the Sixers’ suspect depth, Ennis’ return is a major victory. He was useful in the playoffs, providing spot-up shooting, solid defense and impressive effort on the glass. He will get significant bench minutes next season.
Most pundits anticipated an Ennis departure, as he was in line for more money on the open market.