What happened: Philadelphia is expected to apply for and receive a $1.7M disabled player exception tied to Ariel Hukporti. The club has an open roster spot but cannot add a standard contract while $1.8M below the first apron. An open two-way slot is available.

Why it matters: The apron math leaves the exception unusable for a standard signing. That narrows Philadelphia's near-term options to the two-way market. Frontcourt depth stays constrained until cap room opens.

What to watch: Watch whether Philadelphia files for the exception and fills the open two-way slot.