Jabari Walker News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Plays limited role in 2025-26 Walker closed with zero points (0-1 FG) and two rebounds across seven minutes during Sunday's 144-114 loss to New York in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Impact After he signed a one-year, two-way contract with the 76ers last summer, Walker was rewarded with a two-year, $3.31 million deal with Philadelphia in February. The fourth-year forward Walker averaged 4.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 11.9 minutes per contest over 64 games during the regular season, and Walker will hope to further improve as a depth option in 2026-27.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Loses hold of rotation spot Walker (coach's decision) went unused off the bench Monday in the 76ers' 119-109 loss to the Heat.

Impact With all of Tyrese Maxey, Kelly Oubre and Joel Embiid returning to action for the 76ers within the past three games following extended absences, Walker is one of several 76ers supporting players who has fallen out of the rotation. Before failing to receive any minutes in Philadelphia's last two contests, Walker had appeared in each of the previous four games before that and averaged 3.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 10.3 minutes.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Limited run in return Walker (illness) recorded zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound in six minutes Thursday in the 76ers' 139-118 win over the Kings.

Impact Walker was back in action after missing the previous three games due to an illness but was barely a factor in the blowout win. The fourth-year forward could see his role expand a bit once he's further removed from the illness, though he likely won't see enough of an uptick in minutes to offer much fantasy appeal.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Thursday Walker (illness) is available for Thursday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Walker will return from a three-game absence due to illness. Walker is averaging 12.5 minutes per game this season, but with Kelly Oubre (elbow) out and Joel Embiid (oblique) doubtful, more minutes could be available for Walker on Thursday.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Tuesday Walker (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Walker will miss a third consecutive game due to an illness, opening up additional reserve opportunities for Trendon Watford, Dalen Terry (shoulder) and MarJon Beauchamp. Walker's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Kings.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Walker (illness) is questionable to play Sunday versus the Trail Blazers.

Impact Walker is in danger of missing his second straight game due to an illness. With Sunday's game being the second of a back-to-back, the 76ers will not host a shootaround, so Walker will essentially be a game-time call. If he's out again, there will be more minutes available for Trendon Watford, Dalen Terry and MarJon Beauchamp.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia takes home win streak into matchup with Portland

Philadelphia aims to continue its three-game home win streak with a victory over Portland

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Late scratch Saturday Walker has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets due to an illness, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Walker was not listed on the 76ers' injury report Friday, indicating that the illness is new and will put him in jeopardy of missing the second leg of the Sixers' back-to-back set against the Trail Blazers on Sunday. With Walker sidelined, the 76ers will rely more heavily on the likes of Trendon Watford, Dalen Terry and MarJon Beauchamp.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 points in 17 minutes Walker logged 16 points (6-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one rebound over 17 minutes during Philadelphia's 131-109 loss to Detroit on Thursday.

Impact Walker saw most of his playing time in the second half (particularly the fourth quarter) due to the Pistons' large lead. The 2022 second-rounder took advantage of the added runtime, needing just six field goals to score 16 points and finish as the Sixers' second-leading scorer behind MarJon Beauchamp (17 points). Walker could see an expanded role off the bench for the next few weeks due to the absences of Tyrese Maxey (finger) and Kelly Oubre (elbow).

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson scores 35 in Hawks' 126-116 win over 76ers as Maxey leaves in final minute with hand injury

Jalen Johnson had 35 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists and Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 24 points as the Atlanta Hawks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 126-116 for their season-be...

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Blazers are learning why they never should've let Jabari Walker go Jabari Walker's recent play with the 76ers should have the Blazers second-guessing their decision to move on from the young forward.

MARCH 5 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Game Highlights: Sixers Edge Out the Jazz

MARCH 5 • YOUTUBE

Double-double off bench Walker logged 22 points (7-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 28 minutes during the 76res' 106-102 win over the Jazz on Wednesday.

Impact Walker posted his second double-double of the season in Wednesday's win, finishing with a season high in points and as the 76ers' second-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (25 points). Walker was averaging 12.0 minutes per game prior to the All-Star break, but the 2022 second-rounder has seen more play off the bench as of late and has posted back-to-back games of 20-plus points. Unlike Tuesday's blowout loss to the Hawks, Wednesday's contest was a close contest for most of the night, and it's worth noting that Walker played the entire fourth quarter. That extra time has come due to the recent absences of VJ Edgecome (back) and Kelly Oubre (illness), but perhaps Walker's play during the Sixers' back-to-back set will earn him more consistent minutes down the stretch as Philadelphia looks to improve its seeding ahead of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double off bench Walker logged 22 points (7-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 28 minutes during the 76res' 106-102 win over the Jazz on Wednesday.

Impact Walker posted his second double-double of the season in Wednesday's win, finishing with a season high in points and as the 76ers' second-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (25 points). Walker was averaging 12.0 minutes per game prior to the All-Star break, but the 2022 second-rounder has seen more play off the bench as of late and has posted back-to-back games of 20-plus points. Unlike Tuesday's blowout loss to the Hawks, Wednesday's contest was a close contest for most of the night, and it's worth noting that Walker played the entire fourth quarter. That extra time has come due to the recent absences of VJ Edgecombe (back) and Kelly Oubre (illness), but perhaps Walker's play during the Sixers' back-to-back set will earn him more consistent minutes down the stretch as Philadelphia looks to improve its seeding ahead of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 20 points Walker totaled 20 points (7-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and seven rebounds in 19 minutes during Tuesday's 131-91 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Walker delivered a season-high 20 points, all of which came in the final 19 minutes of the game. Philadelphia was completely dominated in this game, allowing the second and third units to play extended minutes. While this was a good offensive showing, there is no need to overreact, given the nature of the scoreline.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sticks in rotation Walker provided zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal across 10 minutes during Tuesday's 135-114 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Walker suited up for the fourth straight game, although he failed to score in just 10 minutes. While he has been thereabouts when it comes to the nightly rotation this season, on the whole, he has struggled to deliver meaningful contributions. Through 49 appearances, he has averaged just 3.6 points and 3.0 rebounds in 12.1 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sixers convert Jabari Walker contract, add Cam Payne for stretch drive The 76ers are adding veteran guard Cam Payne to the roster as a free agent for the rest of the season while converting Jabari Walker to a st...

FEBRUARY 17 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Inking standard deal with 76ers Walker is signing a two-year contract with the 76ers on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Walker has played the maximum number of games on his two-way deal, and Philadelphia has since decided to bring the forward back on a new standard pact. He'll be competing with Justin Edwards and Trendon Watford for frontcourt minutes off the bench going forward. On the campaign with Philadelphia, Walker has averaged 3.7 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 12.1 minutes per contest over 45 games.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive again Monday Walker was a healthy inactive Monday for the 76ers' 135-118 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact A frequent member of the Philadelphia rotation throughout the season, Walker hasn't suited up in three consecutive games after exhausting his eligibility at the NBA level. Since the two-way player has already been active for the maximum 50 games at the NBA level, Walker will need to be converted to a standard contract in order to play for the 76ers again this season. In the meantime, Walker will be able to compete in games with the G League's Delaware Blue Coats under his current contract, though Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com suggests that the 23-year-old forward is unlikely to be assigned to the G League and would presumably be cut so that the 76ers could sign a new player to a two-way deal that would be able to move between both the NBA and G League levels.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

The Sixers Are Running Low on Time With Jabari Walker Walker has only four games left on his two-way deal before the Sixers either have to convert him to a standard contract or let him go.

JANUARY 28 • SI.COM

Why the Sixers Are Signing Charles Bassey to a 10-Day Contract The Sixers couldn't have Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker active again until they filled their 15th roster spot.

JANUARY 25 • SI.COM

Limited role continues Walker posted six points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one rebound across 14 minutes during Monday's 115-102 win over the Raptors.

Impact Walker logged double-digit minutes for just the third time in the past eight games, affording him very little time in which to produce. In 13 appearances over the past month, Walker has averaged just 3.2 points and 3.0 rebounds in 11.1 minutes per game, leaving him well outside the top 350 in nine-category leagues.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

76ers face inevitable challenge with two-way players running out of eligibility With Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker running out of NBA eligibility, the 76ers must gear up to secure them on long-term NBA contracts.

JANUARY 2 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Exits rotation Tuesday Walker (coach's decision) went unused in Tuesday's 139-136 overtime win over the Grizzlies.

Impact For just the second time all season, Walker failed to get off the bench, as head coach Nick Nurse opted to use a streamlined nine-man rotation in the tightly contested win. A two-way player, Walker has been active for all 31 of the 76ers' games this season, so he'll be eligible for just 19 of the team's final 51 contests unless Philadelphia converts him to a standard deal.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Walker won't start against the Bulls on Friday, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact With Dominick Barlow (illness) back in action, Walker will slide to the second unit. In his last five outings off the bench, the 23-year-old has averaged 3.8 points and 4.0 rebounds across 16.0 minutes per tilt.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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