Jabari Walker News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Solid contributions off bench Walker recorded 13 points (4-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and two steals across 19 minutes in Friday's 125-120 preseason loss to the Celtics.

Impact Walker provided a productive performance off Philadelphia's bench to close out a strong preseason. Although Walker struggled with his long-range shot -- an issue that also affected him in the 2025-26 regular season -- he compensated with solid defensive activity and four rebounds. His 13 points were the most among Philadelphia's reserves, and Walker's ability to contribute in multiple categories could help his case for a regular rotation role, though his fantasy value remains dependent on consistent minutes.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Walker will come off the bench in Friday's preseason finale against the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Walker started in Saturday's preseason loss to the Celtics with Philly resting Joel Embiid, but Embiid is back and starting for their preseason finale. Walker is not expected to be a major factor in the rotation for the 76ers this season while the main guys are healthy.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Solid production not enough Walker totaled 14 points (6-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes during Saturday's 144-106 preseason loss to the Celtics.

Impact Walker finished behind VJ Edgecombe for the team high in points, doing so while picking up his second double-digit scoring performance of the preseason. The 2022 No. 57 overall pick spent his first three seasons with the Trail Blazers before suiting up for the 76ers during the 2025-26 campaign. Walker appeared in 64 regular-season games for Philadelphia, and while he managed to start six times, he averaged just 2.5 points and 3.3 rebounds over 14.0 minutes per outing in those appearances. His outlook for 2026-27 doesn't appear much different compared to previous seasons, and it may actually be worse, considering Philadelphia added LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, two players who will play north of 30 minutes per game when healthy.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Boston Walker is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Walker is one of the players who will benefit from the Sixers resting several projected starters in this contest. The former second-round pick is expected to be a frontcourt backup in the regular season but will have the chance to show what he can do with an expanded role.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Another encouraging performance Walker finished with eight points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and seven rebounds in 15 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 preseason loss to the Nets.

Impact Walker cobbled together another serviceable performance, flirting with what would have been his second straight double-double. With the center depth in Philadelphia now paper-thin, Walker has a chance to carve out a meaningful role for himself. While he doesn't have a particularly fantasy-friendly game, he is certainly a name to monitor, just in case he earns minutes as the backup behind Joel Embiid.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles off bench Monday Walker recorded 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 19 minutes off the bench in Monday's 120-97 preseason win over the Knicks.

Impact Walker made his presence felt on the glass, finishing with a game-high 11 rebounds and joining Saint Thomas as one of two Philadelphia players to record a double-double. Walker also provided perimeter production, connecting on three of five attempts from beyond the arc, and contributed defensively with a steal and a block. Walker's ability to provide frontcourt depth while stretching the floor gives him a useful skill set as he attempts to carve out consistent minutes in Philadelphia's rotation.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Jabari Walker seizes golden chance as 76ers face sudden frontcourt crisis Jabari Walker is making a strong case for minutes with the 76ers dealing with early injuries to their big men.

OCTOBER 6 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Jabari Walker faces a deadline that will make his 76ers season uncomfortable The young big man has to make his case early.

SEPTEMBER 25 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers have one player clearly living on borrowed time right now The Philadelphia 76ers can cut ties with Jabari Walker anytime if they want to sign another player to a deal.

AUGUST 10 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Latest 76ers roster dilemma has one clear answer The Philadelphia 76ers will need to cut ties with another player. Should they move Jabari Walker or Johni Broome.

JULY 27 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

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.

MAY 11 • 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

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Philadelphia takes home win streak into matchup with Portland

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