Jeremy Sochan Released By Spurs, 76ers Among Suitors

San Antonio released Jeremy Sochan, who is now a free agent and "expected to decide among multiple interested teams." That matters because he is a cheap, versatile forward available on the buyout market and several contenders — notably the 76ers, Suns, Knicks and even the Grizzlies — are linked to him. Sochan’s role had shrunk this season, he averaged "7.5 minutes per game" in January and was "a healthy scratch," so both player and team needed a fresh start. Merlin sees a young glue player who still offers defensive chops and switchability, the kind of piece playoff teams prize when depth matters. Fit will decide his fate: Philadelphia’s need for forwards, Phoenix’s injury worries, New York’s prior interest and Memphis’s open spot all create plausible landing spots. Expect a quick, low-cost signing that gives Sochan a clear role.