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Sixers Exodus? Key Players Face Uncertain Future
18 Oct
Summary
- Three Philadelphia 76ers players may be playing their final season with the team.
- Justin Edwards needs marked improvement to secure a contract extension.
- Jabari Walker's contract is not fully guaranteed until January 10, 2027.
The 2026-27 NBA season may signal departures for multiple Philadelphia 76ers players. For forward Justin Edwards, this season is critical. Entering his third year, a lack of marked improvement from his first two seasons could lead to the team declining his $2.6 million option.
Jabari Walker, now in his second season with the Sixers, is on the final year of his contract. His $1.8 million salary for the upcoming season only becomes fully guaranteed on January 10, 2027, leaving open the possibility of a trade before that date. Preseason performance showed promise, potentially extending his stay.
Veteran guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope also faces an uncertain future. The 33-year-old signed a one-year deal and averaged 8.4 points last season, but shot a career-low 31 percent from three-point range. His ability to provide a veteran three-and-D presence will determine if the 76ers consider re-signing him.
