Sixers sign forward Elton Brand, release Christian Wood

The Philadelphia 76ers announced today the team has agreed to terms with free agent forward Elton Brand.

Brand has played 16 seasons in the NBA, most recently two seasons with the Atlanta Hawks (2013-2015). He has appeared in 1,041 career NBA games and made 867 starts, posting averages of 16 points, nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks per game.

Brand will join the Sixers for the second time in his career. He spent four seasons in Philadelphia from 2008-2012, averaging 13 points and seven rebounds per game.

In a related move, the Sixers waived forward Christian Wood.