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Sixers rank eighth in early 2026-27 NBA power rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:49 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Sixers rank eighth in early 2026-27 NBA power rankings

Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers are positioned eighth in an early edition of the 2026-27 NBA power rankings. The team, coming off a 45-37 season, experienced growth after previously finishing 24-58 due to injuries. With new President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey, the Sixers look to strengthen their lineup, which includes key players Joel Embiid, Paul George, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe. They face challenges with pending free agents and aim to improve their playoff success after a recent exit against the Knicks.

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By the Numbers

•76ers upset a higher seed in the playoffs but were eliminated by the Knicks.
•Tyrese Maxey has emerged as a leading player for the team.
•Mike Gansey replaces Daryl Morey as President of Basketball Operations.
•Free agents Kelly Oubre, Andre Drummond, and Quentin Grimes are critical decisions ahead.
•The team is aiming to dethrone the defending champion Knicks next season.

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