Philadelphia 76ers

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SEP 14, 2026

USA Today/Sixers Wire breaks down the center rotation and depth behind Joel Embiid

Sixers Wire examines the depth chart behind Embiid and identifies the players most likely to fill backup center minutes this season.

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    • Joel Embiid projected as the starter and focal point when available.
    • Adem Bona is described as the primary reserve who averaged modest bench production last season.
    • Ariel Hukporti is highlighted as a new acquisition who will compete for backup‑five minutes.
    • Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker expected to provide small‑ball center minutes and frontcourt versatility.
    • Article frames competition for minutes as part of Nick Nurse’s rotation planning heading into camp.
    • Notes that Embiid’s workload management will shape how often backups are needed.
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