76ers sign 7-foot-6 center Fall to camp deal
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr. and Saint Thomas to Exhibit 10 contracts.
While basketball may not be the first thing that comes to mind for motorsport fans, the idea of a team taking a chance on a relatively unknown, exceptionally talented player is reminiscent of the risks and rewards teams take in the world of motorsports. In this case, the 76ers are taking a low-risk gamble on Tacko Fall, a 7-foot-6 center who could potentially make a big impact on the court.
Fall's size and potential upside are certainly intriguing, and it's not hard to see why the 76ers would want to bring him into camp to see what he can do. Similarly, teams in the motorsports world often take chances on young, untested drivers or unproven equipment in the hopes of finding a hidden gem. The question, of course, is whether Fall can translate his size and athleticism into actual production on the court.
As the 76ers head into training camp, all eyes will be on Fall and his fellow signees to see if they can make a push for the regular season roster. For motorsport fans, it's worth keeping an eye on the 76ers' preseason to see if Fall can live up to the hype - and to draw parallels to the kinds of risks and rewards that teams take in the world of racing. What's next? The 76ers' preseason schedule, where Fall will look to make his case for a roster spot.
Originally reported by espn.com. MotosportNews adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.