The 2021-22 Philadelphia 76ers finished the NBA regular season with a 51-31 record, securing the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. The team was led by Joel Embiid, who delivered a stellar performance throughout the season, finishing as the league’s scoring champion with an average of 30.6 points per game. The season also saw significant contributions from Tyrese Maxey, who emerged as a key player, and the acquisition of James Harden, who arrived in a mid-season trade from the Brooklyn Nets.
In the playoffs, the 76ers defeated the Toronto Raptors in the first round, advancing in six games. However, their postseason run ended in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, where they were eliminated by the Miami Heat in a six-game series. The season was marked by off-court drama, notably the absence of Ben Simmons, who did not play for the team before being traded. Despite the challenges, the 76ers remained competitive, building a foundation for future success.
- Regular Season Record: 51-31
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-2, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 2-4
Philadelphia 76ers Roster and Stats for 2021-22 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Joel Embiid | 68 | 30.6 | 11.7 | 4.2 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 37.1 | 10 | 23.6 | 10.7 | 2.1 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 21.2 |
| James Harden | 21 | 21.0 | 7.1 | 10.5 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 32.6 | 12 | 18.6 | 5.7 | 8.6 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 36.8 |
| Tyrese Maxey | 75 | 17.5 | 3.2 | 4.3 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 42.7 | 12 | 20.8 | 3.5 | 3.9 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 37.7 |
| Tobias Harris | 73 | 17.2 | 6.8 | 3.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 36.7 | 12 | 16.9 | 7.6 | 2.9 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 38.6 |
| Seth Curry | 45 | 15.0 | 3.4 | 4.0 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 40.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Georges Niang | 76 | 9.2 | 2.7 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 40.3 | 12 | 4.8 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 37.2 |
| Shake Milton | 55 | 8.2 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 32.3 | 12 | 5.0 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 53.3 |
| Furkan Korkmaz | 67 | 7.6 | 2.6 | 1.9 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 28.9 | 9 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 40.0 |
| Andre Drummond | 49 | 6.1 | 8.8 | 2.0 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Danny Green | 62 | 5.9 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 38.0 | 12 | 8.6 | 3.1 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 40.8 |
| Matisse Thybulle | 66 | 5.7 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 31.2 | 9 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 28.6 |
| DeAndre Jordan | 16 | 4.6 | 5.8 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 3 | 3.3 | 2.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.0 |
| Tyler Johnson | 3 | 3.7 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 42.9 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Paul Millsap | 9 | 3.7 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 25.0 | 1 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Isaiah Joe | 55 | 3.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 33.3 | 7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 33.3 |
| Paul Reed | 38 | 3.1 | 2.4 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 25.0 | 12 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 66.7 |
| Charles Bassey | 23 | 3.0 | 2.7 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 3 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Charlie Brown Jr. | 19 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 11.1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Myles Powell | 11 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 16.7 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Jaden Springer | 2 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 5 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Braxton Key | 2 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Aaron Henry | 6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Willie Cauley-Stein | 2 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Philadelphia 76ers in the 2022 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Toronto Raptors
In the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers faced the Toronto Raptors and secured a convincing series win in six games. Joel Embiid's dominant performances, including a game-winning three-pointer in overtime of Game 3, were pivotal, while Tyrese Maxey's breakout scoring displays added invaluable support. Despite some challenges, the Sixers advanced, showcasing their depth and resilience.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2022 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 131-111 | |
| Apr 18, 2022 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 112-97 | |
| Apr 20, 2022 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 104-101 | |
| Apr 23, 2022 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 110-102 | |
| Apr 25, 2022 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 103-88 | |
| Apr 28, 2022 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 132-97 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Miami Heat
In the 2022 NBA Playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers faced the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, where they were defeated in six games. Despite strong performances from Joel Embiid, who played through injuries, and James Harden, the team struggled to maintain consistency against Miami's tough defense and depth. This exit highlighted the 76ers' need for additional support around their stars and raised questions about their future roster adjustments.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 02, 2022 | @ Miami Heat | L 106-92 | |
| May 04, 2022 | @ Miami Heat | L 119-103 | |
| May 06, 2022 | vs. Miami Heat | W 99-79 | |
| May 08, 2022 | vs. Miami Heat | W 116-108 | |
| May 10, 2022 | @ Miami Heat | L 120-85 | |
| May 12, 2022 | vs. Miami Heat | L 99-90 |
Philadelphia 76ers 2021-22 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2021-22 season for the Philadelphia 76ers.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2021 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 117-97 | |
| Oct 22, 2021 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | L 114-109 | |
| Oct 24, 2021 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 115-103 | |
| Oct 26, 2021 | @ New York Knicks | L 112-99 | |
| Oct 28, 2021 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 110-102 | |
| Oct 30, 2021 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 122-94 | |
| Nov 01, 2021 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 113-103 | |
| Nov 03, 2021 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 103-98 | |
| Nov 04, 2021 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 109-98 | |
| Nov 06, 2021 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 114-105 | |
| Nov 08, 2021 | vs. New York Knicks | L 103-96 | |
| Nov 09, 2021 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | L 118-109 | |
| Nov 11, 2021 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 115-109 | |
| Nov 13, 2021 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 118-113 | |
| Nov 16, 2021 | @ Utah Jazz | L 120-85 | |
| Nov 18, 2021 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 103-89 | |
| Nov 20, 2021 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 118-111 | |
| Nov 22, 2021 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 102-94 | |
| Nov 24, 2021 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 116-96 | |
| Nov 27, 2021 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 121-120 | |
| Nov 29, 2021 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 101-96 | |
| Dec 01, 2021 | @ Boston Celtics | L 88-87 | |
| Dec 03, 2021 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 98-96 | |
| Dec 06, 2021 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 127-124 | |
| Dec 08, 2021 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 110-106 | |
| Dec 09, 2021 | vs. Utah Jazz | L 118-96 | |
| Dec 11, 2021 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 102-93 | |
| Dec 13, 2021 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 126-91 | |
| Dec 15, 2021 | vs. Miami Heat | L 101-96 | |
| Dec 16, 2021 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L 114-105 | |
| Dec 20, 2021 | @ Boston Celtics | W 108-103 | |
| Dec 23, 2021 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 98-96 | |
| Dec 26, 2021 | @ Washington Wizards | W 117-96 | |
| Dec 28, 2021 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 114-109 | |
| Dec 30, 2021 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 110-102 | |
| Jan 03, 2022 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 133-113 | |
| Jan 05, 2022 | @ Orlando Magic | W 116-106 | |
| Jan 07, 2022 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 119-100 | |
| Jan 10, 2022 | @ Houston Rockets | W 111-91 | |
| Jan 12, 2022 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 109-98 | |
| Jan 14, 2022 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 111-99 | |
| Jan 15, 2022 | @ Miami Heat | W 109-98 | |
| Jan 17, 2022 | @ Washington Wizards | L 117-98 | |
| Jan 19, 2022 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 123-110 | |
| Jan 21, 2022 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | L 102-101 | |
| Jan 23, 2022 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 115-109 | |
| Jan 25, 2022 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 117-107 | |
| Jan 27, 2022 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 105-87 | |
| Jan 29, 2022 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 103-101 | |
| Jan 31, 2022 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 122-119 | |
| Feb 02, 2022 | vs. Washington Wizards | L 106-103 | |
| Feb 04, 2022 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 107-98 | |
| Feb 06, 2022 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 119-108 | |
| Feb 08, 2022 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 114-109 | |
| Feb 11, 2022 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 100-87 | |
| Feb 12, 2022 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 103-93 | |
| Feb 15, 2022 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 135-87 | |
| Feb 17, 2022 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 123-120 | |
| Feb 25, 2022 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 133-102 | |
| Feb 27, 2022 | @ New York Knicks | W 125-109 | |
| Mar 02, 2022 | vs. New York Knicks | W 123-108 | |
| Mar 04, 2022 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 125-119 | |
| Mar 05, 2022 | @ Miami Heat | L 99-82 | |
| Mar 07, 2022 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 121-106 | |
| Mar 10, 2022 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | L 129-100 | |
| Mar 13, 2022 | @ Orlando Magic | W 116-114 | |
| Mar 14, 2022 | vs. Denver Nuggets | L 114-110 | |
| Mar 16, 2022 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 118-114 | |
| Mar 18, 2022 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 111-101 | |
| Mar 20, 2022 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 93-88 | |
| Mar 21, 2022 | vs. Miami Heat | W 113-106 | |
| Mar 23, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 126-121 | |
| Mar 25, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 122-97 | |
| Mar 27, 2022 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 114-104 | |
| Mar 29, 2022 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | L 118-116 | |
| Mar 31, 2022 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 102-94 | |
| Apr 02, 2022 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 144-114 | |
| Apr 03, 2022 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 112-108 | |
| Apr 05, 2022 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 131-122 | |
| Apr 07, 2022 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 119-114 | |
| Apr 09, 2022 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 133-120 | |
| Apr 10, 2022 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 118-106 |