Report: Sixers Sign Guard Jerryd Bayless
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Philadelphia 76ers have signed guard Jerryd Bayless to a three-year deal worth $27 million, according to an AP source.
AP Source: 76ers agree to terms with Jerryd Bayless on 3 year, $27M deal
— Jon Krawczynski (@JonKrawczynski) July 1, 2016
Bayless, 27, is 6-3, 200-pounds.
Bayless was the 11th overall pick in 2008 by the Indiana Pacers. He's already played for six NBA teams in seven seasons.
For his career, Bayless averages 8.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists. His career shooting percentages are: 41.5 FG / 36.5 3PG /82.5 FT. However, last season, in 52 games (28.9 minutes per game) with the Milwaukee Bucks, Bayless shot 43.7 percent from three making 1.9 three's per game on 4.4 attempts.
Bayless excelled in catch-and-shoot situations last season, a seemingly perfect fit alongside a point-forward like Ben Simmons.
Among NBA players who played 50+ gm last season, Jerryd Bayless was 4th best catch & shoot 3pt shooter (47.7%) behind Teague, Steph, & JJ.
— Andrew Porter (@And_Porter) July 1, 2016
Jerryd Bayless posted an eFG% of 67% on catch & shoot jump shots in the half court this season (top 3% of NBA) up from 41% last year.
— Synergy Basketball (@SynergySST) July 1, 2016