Sixers 2026-27 Depth Chart After Major Moves
Philadelphia has reshaped its roster this offseason, adding high‑profile talent and depth pieces to support a core that already figured in the Eastern Conference mix. New President Mike Gansey’s rebuilding effort centers on a group that includes a returning All‑Star and fresh faces brought in via the draft, free agency, and a blockbuster trade with Boston.
Point Guard
Jan 1, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall (13) during the game between the Mavericks and the 76ers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Starter: Tyrese Maxey. Maxey posted a career‑best season, averaging 28.3 points, 6.6 assists, and 4.1 rebounds while shooting 46.2% from the floor and 36.7% from three. He logged 70 games and served as a vocal leader for a rebuilding roster.
Depth chart: Labaron Philon Jr., Anfernee Simons, and Caleb Love (two‑way). The 22nd overall pick from Alabama brings a sophomore‑level impact and will act as the primary backup to Maxey. Simons, a 14.3‑point scorer who recorded 20+ points 12 times—including a 39‑point outing against Miami—will see dual‑guard minutes, while Love offers two‑way versatility.
Shooting Guard
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 20: Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots a three-pointer during a game against the Phoenix Suns at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 20, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Starter: VJ Edgecombe, the No. 3 pick in the 2025 draft. Edgecombe averaged 16.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists as a rookie, showing the poise and instincts needed for a primary scoring option.
Depth: Anfernee Simons and Dalen Terry. Simons slides between the two guard spots, while Terry—a defensive‑oriented guard with a non‑guaranteed deal—remains on the roster awaiting a role.
Small Forward
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – APRIL 10: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts after being called for a foul during the second half of a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the TD Garden on April 10, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
Starter: Jaylen Brown. Brown shined for Boston as the No. 1 option, posting 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists while shooting 47.7% from the floor and 34.7% from three. His late‑season surge helped the Celtics stay competitive despite Jayson Tatum’s injury.
Bench: Justin Edwards. Edwards heads into his third season with the Sixers, offering size, a reliable three‑point shot, and defensive tenacity. The club sees upside in his development heading into the 2026‑27 campaign.
Power Forward
Mar 11, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
Starter: Dean Wade. Signed as a free agent, Wade provides a low‑usage, three‑point shooting option; he logged a 36.2% three‑point rate with Cleveland in the 2025‑26 season and can stretch defenses for the Sixers.
Depth: Dominick Barlow, Jabari Walker, and Rayan Rupert (two‑way). Barlow logged 7.7 points and 4.8 rebounds across 71 games, delivering steady play in a swing role. Walker carries a non‑guaranteed contract, while Rupert arrived on a two‑way deal and will look for minutes at the next level.
Center
May 2, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) silences the crowd after making a shot against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter of game seven of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
Starter: Joel Embiid. Limited to 38 games, Embiid still delivered a 26.9‑point, 7.7‑rebound, 3.9‑assist season and returned early from an emergency appendectomy to help Philadelphia rally from a 3‑1 deficit against Boston in the first round.
Depth: Adem Bona, Ariel Hukporti, and Johni Broome. Bona and Hukporti add interior presence and rim‑protection potential, while Broome enters his second season looking for more opportunities after losing Andre Drummond in free agency.
The new roster pieces aim to complement the established stars, giving Philadelphia a clearer path to contention in the Eastern Conference as the 2026‑27 campaign approaches.
sports.yahoo.com.
Image Credit: Featured image and media assets sourced directly from the original publisher.
View Original Image.
Leave a Reply