Scouting Report for Philadelphia 76ers Undrafted Free Agent Signing Hunter Sallis
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed free agent Hunter Sallis to a two-way contract after he went undrafted in the 2025 NBA draft.
The former McDonald's All-American broke out after transferring from Gonzaga to Wake Forest, earning back-to-back first-team All-ACC honors in 2024 and 2025.
Last season, he averaged 18.3 points per game, which ranked 66th, while handling a full-time lead role.
Sallis' three-point percentage dipped from 40.5 percent as a junior, likely regressing to the mean rather than signaling major concern.
At 6'5", the 22-year-old enters the league as a poised and polished guard with real scoring upside.
His ceiling may be modest, but he's shown the tools to stick as a reliable contributor in the right situation.
Sallis ranks No. 48 on B/R NBA draft expert Jonathan Wasserman's Prospect Big Board.
Essential Facts and Stats
Previous Team: Wake Forest | Position: SG | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 181 lbs | Age: 22 | Vertical: 37½" | Wingspan: 6'10" | PPG: 18.3 | RPG: 5.1 | APG: 2.8 | BPG: 0.5 | SPG: 1.2 | FG%: 45.7 | 3PT%: 27.7
Realistic Pro Comparison: Tim Hardaway, Jr.
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Sallis will look to carve out a career like Detroit Pistons swingman Tim Hardaway Jr, who's become a shotmaking specialist and someone capable of scoring in bunches.
Sallis will have one job: Knock down jumpers and provide instant offense from on and off the ball.
Neither of these players project to be an All-Star, but you can find a meaningful, permanent role specializing in the game's most important skill.
Strengths
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- Self-Creation
- Pull-Up Shooting
- Three-Level Scoring
Sallis thrives as a self-creator, using a slippery handle to generate space against defenders.
He’s comfortable pulling up off the dribble, especially in the mid-range, where his timing and elevation give him a clear release.
His touch extends beyond the arc, making him a credible threat at all three levels.
And while scoring is his priority, Sallis will still find teammates when the defense collapses.
Weaknesses
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- Physical Tools/Athleticism
- Playmaking Limitations
- Off-Ball Value
Sallis doesn't have overwhelming physical tools or top-tier burst, which may limit his ability to separate against elite defenders in the bigger, stronger NBA.
His playmaking is functional but not a strength, as he's more reactive than proactive as a passer. Adding to his playmaking bag will certainly raise his long-term ceiling, but it could also be what keeps him on the floor early in his career when his shot isn't falling.
Off the ball, Sallis is still learning how to stay engaged and add value when he's not the primary option. Along with the playmaking element, this raises long-term questions if he can't prove as effective a self-server in the pros.
