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Adem Bona
Could see expanded role
Bona could be in line for additional playing time following Ariel Hukporti's season-ending Achilles injury, as Philadelphia is unlikely to add another big man on a standard contract before December, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.
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Labaron Philon
Unlikely to be moved
Philon has impressed the 76ers coaching staff with his ability to run the offense during training camp, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice reports.
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Jabari Walker
Strengthening case for roster spot
Walker continues to improve his chances of making Philadelphia's opening-night roster and potentially earning rotation minutes after a strong preseason performance against the Knicks, according to Kyle Neubeck of Allphly.com.
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Ariel Hukporti
Turning heads in scrimmage Saturday
Hukporti stood out during Philadelphia's scrimmage Saturday by competing effectively against Joel Embiid on both ends of the floor, according to Kyle Neubeck of All Philly.
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Labaron Philon
Stands out during scrimmage
Philon made a strong impression during Philadelphia's scrimmage Saturday, hitting multiple catch-and-shoot jumpers while disrupting several possessions defensively, according to Kyle Neubeck of All Philly.
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VJ Edgecombe
Expected to handle toughest assignments
Edgecombe is expected to take on the toughest perimeter defensive matchup on a regular basis while remaining aggressive offensively this coming season, according to Tony Jones of The Athletic.
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LeBron James
Could operate as point forward
James could spend significant time operating as a point forward this season, though head coach Nick Nurse isn't necessarily planning to have him consistently bring the ball up the floor, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
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Dean Wade
Encouraged to shoot more
Wade is being encouraged to take a more aggressive approach from three-point range during his first season with Philadelphia, Chris Hine of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
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Tyrese Maxey
Focused on team success
Maxey said his primary focus entering the 2026-27 season is helping Philadelphia win rather than adding to his individual accolades, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports.
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Joel Embiid
Workload plan not finalized
Philadelphia has yet to determine exactly how it will manage Embiid's workload during the 2026-27 regular season, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
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LeBron James
Load management under discussion
Philadelphia has yet to finalize how it will manage James' workload during the 2026-27 regular season, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
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Adem Bona
Trending in right direction
Bona said treatment for the left foot sprain he sustained while playing with the Turkish national team over the summer has been progressing well, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
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VJ Edgecombe
Expanding his range
Edgecombe identified shooting as one of his primary offseason priorities Monday, while noting that he also spent time developing his finishing and ball-handling, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
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Tyrese Maxey
LeBron James excited about him
James revealed Monday that the 76ers emerged from a group of five finalists in his free-agent decision, with his relationship with Maxey helping sway him toward Philadelphia, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports.
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Joel Embiid
Primed for big year
LeBron James offered an encouraging assessment of Embiid's offseason work Monday, telling Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports that the veteran center has put considerable effort into his conditioning, game and mental preparation.
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Ariel Hukporti
Expected to handle expanded role
Hukporti is expected to take on a significantly larger role with the Sixers, although questions remain about whether he's ready for the increased workload, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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VJ Edgecombe
Set for more complementary role
Edgecombe will likely be asked to take on a more complementary offensive role for the Sixers in 2026-27 following the additions of Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Justin Edwards
Odd man out in rotation?
Edwards is one of the players who were most affected by the Sixers' offseason additions, Chris Hine of The Philadelphia Inquirer speculates.
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Dominick Barlow
Will compete for rotation role
Barlow is among the players expected to compete for a spot in the 76ers' rotation for the 2026-27 season, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Adem Bona
Set to compete for frontcourt role
Bona is among the players expected to compete for a spot in the 76ers' rotation for the 2026-27 season, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Will compete for rotation role
Caldwell-Pope is among the players expected to compete for a spot in the 76ers' rotation for the 2026-27 season, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Ariel Hukporti
Will fight for backup role
Hukporti is among the players expected to compete for a spot in the 76ers' rotation for the 2026-27 season, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Dean Wade
Lock to make rotation
Wade is considered one of the few Sixers' rotation locks outside their star-studded starting five, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Anfernee Simons
Set for key bench role
Simons is considered one of the Sixers' only rotation locks outside their starting five, and he is expected to provide a scoring punch off the bench behind Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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Labaron Philon
Could struggle to crack rotation
Philon may face a difficult path to consistent playing time as a rookie after the Sixers' busy offseason created additional competition for rotation minutes, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
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