What happened
Ariel Hukporti tore his Achilles in Monday night’s preseason opener, and the team said he will have surgery Tuesday, ending his season before it starts.
Philadelphia had signed him to add center depth behind Joel Embiid, and the move was expected to expand Hukporti’s role compared with his time in New York.
The Sixers may have to add another center or use more small-ball lineups while managing Embiid’s minutes. Their apron position also limits how easily they can replace Hukporti.
Automated brief based on the linked report. Lineup context is analysis; official starting-five labels come separately from our game data provider.
Original reporting: 76ers center Ariel Hukporti tears Achilles: What injury means for Philly, Joel Embiid ahead of pivotal season — CBS Sports ↗