Philadelphia 76ers forward Elton Brand previously announced his intention to retire following the team's final preseason game at Miami on Friday evening.
Accordingly, as a matter of procedure, the Sixers have requested waivers on Brand.
Over 17 NBA seasons, Brand appeared in 1,058 career games with 868 starts for Chicago, the Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia, Dallas and Atlanta.
The 6’ 8” Brand posted career averages of 16 points, nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks per game.