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76ers consider options for backup center with Embiid injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

76ers consider options for backup center with Embiid injury

Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers are exploring options for a backup center after recent injuries have impacted their roster. With Joel Embiid's injury concerns, Philadelphia is looking at potential additions, including Jericho Sims from the Milwaukee Bucks and Moussa Cissé from the Dallas Mavericks. Both players are available as the 76ers aim to bolster their lineup for the upcoming season. The team recently faced a setback with Ariel Hukporti suffering a season-ending Achilles injury.

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Status Watch

•Joel Embiid's injury raises concerns for the 76ers.
•The team considers Jericho Sims and Moussa Cissé as potential backups.
•Ariel Hukporti is out for the season due to an Achilles injury.
•Philadelphia's roster aims to contend for the title next season.

Latest Updates

11:19 PMYahoo Sports — 76ers rumors: 2 names to keep in back pocket to replace injured Joel Embiid backup

What they're saying

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There will be plenty of excitement among Philadelphia 76ers fans considering the current offseason has left them with a roster that looks set to take the NBA by storm next season. However, the front office is still looking to further improve their chances to emerge as one of the league’s top teams next season, and one area that remains under […] The post 76ers rumors: 2 names to keep in back pocket to replace injured Joel Embiid backup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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