The 76ers have decided to use the amnesty clause on Elton Brand and the $18M left on final year of his deal, league sources tell Y! Sports.  The amnesty clause means that the Sixers will be responsible for the money Brand’s contract, but it will not count against the salary cap. If another team signs him via amnesty auction, the Sixers will have to pay him the remaining sum. For instance, Elton Brand is scheduled to make $18 million next season, if he is acquired via amnesty auction for $7 million, the Sixers must pay $11 million. Two things are sure, the Sixers now have cap space, and Elton Brand will not be on the team next season.