Quentin Grimes Accepts Sixers' Qualifying Offer, Ending Restricted Free Agency

Quentin Grimes has accepted the Philadelphia 76ers' $8.7 million qualifying offer on its final day, ending his restricted free agency. The one-season deal, reported by ESPN's Shams Charania and confirmed by the Sixers, includes an inherent no-trade clause, making him an unrestricted free agent next summer. Discussions for a longer-term deal did not reach common ground. Sixers president Daryl Morey had expressed a desire to re-sign Grimes, who was acquired at last season's trade deadline. During the second half of the 2024-25 season, Grimes thrived in a high-usage role for the shorthanded Sixers, averaging 21.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists over 28 games. He shot 46.9% from the floor, 37.3% from three, and 75.2% from the foul line, with highlights including a 44-point game against the Warriors. Grimes did not travel with the team for their preseason trip to Abu Dhabi.