Joel Embiid is out for the season with a knee injury and will have surgery; Tyrese Haliburton was traded to the 76ers.

The Philadelphia 76ers announced on January 15, 2026, that Joel Embiid has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a recurring knee injury, marking the second consecutive year he has missed significant time. The team confirmed he will undergo surgery next week, with no timeline for return. Meanwhile, Tyrese Haliburton has been traded to the 76ers from the Indiana Pacers in exchange for multiple draft picks and a young forward. The move signals a shift toward a more balanced roster as the team prepares for a playoff push.