Last Updated on December 24, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a list of Philadelphia 76ers Legends, celebrating the players, coaches, and contributors who have significantly impacted the franchise’s storied history.

Wilt Chamberlain

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 1965–1968
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1967)
    • 4× NBA MVP (2× with 76ers)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1978)
    • Averaged 27.6 PPG and 23.9 RPG with the 76ers.
  • Chamberlain led the 1967 team to a then-record 68 wins and an NBA title, breaking the Boston Celtics’ championship streak.

Julius Erving (“Dr. J”)

  • Position: Small Forward
  • Years Played: 1976–1987
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1983)
    • NBA MVP (1981)
    • 11× NBA All-Star (all with 76ers)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1993)
  • Known for his electrifying dunks and smooth play, Dr. J was the face of the franchise during his tenure and one of the NBA’s greatest players.

Allen Iverson (“The Answer”)

  • Position: Point Guard / Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 1996–2006, 2009–2010
  • Achievements:
    • NBA MVP (2001)
    • 11× NBA All-Star (10× with 76ers)
    • 4× NBA Scoring Champion
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2016)
  • Iverson carried the 76ers to the 2001 NBA Finals and remains one of the most iconic and influential players in NBA history.

Charles Barkley (“Sir Charles”)

  • Position: Power Forward
  • Years Played: 1984–1992
  • Achievements:
    • 6× NBA All-Star (with 76ers)
    • NBA MVP (1993, post-76ers)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2006)
  • Barkley was a dominant force for the 76ers, known for his rebounding, scoring, and outspoken personality.

Moses Malone

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 1982–1986
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1983)
    • NBA Finals MVP (1983)
    • 3× NBA MVP (1× with 76ers)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2001)
  • Malone’s legendary “Fo’, Fo’, Fo’” prediction and dominant play led the 76ers to their 1983 championship.

Billy Cunningham

  • Position: Small Forward / Power Forward
  • Years Played: 1965–1972, 1974–1976
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1967)
    • 4× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1986)
  • Cunningham was known as “The Kangaroo Kid” for his athleticism and later coached the 76ers to the 1983 NBA title.

Hal Greer

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 1958–1973
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1967)
    • 10× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1982)
  • Greer is the franchise’s all-time leading scorer and a key member of the 1967 championship team.

Dolph Schayes

  • Position: Power Forward / Center
  • Years Played: 1949–1964 (Syracuse Nationals, now 76ers)
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1955)
    • 12× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1973)
  • Schayes was one of the most dominant players of his era and a pioneer of the NBA.

Maurice Cheeks

  • Position: Point Guard
  • Years Played: 1978–1989
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1983)
    • 4× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2018)
  • Cheeks was a steady floor general and elite defender, ranking among the NBA’s all-time leaders in steals.

Andre Iguodala

  • Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 2004–2012
  • Achievements:
    • NBA All-Star (2012)
    • NBA All-Defensive Team (2011)
    • Known for his athleticism and defense, Iguodala was a versatile player and key contributor during his time with the 76ers.

Joel Embiid (“The Process”)

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 2016–Present
  • Achievements:
    • NBA MVP (2023)
    • 6× NBA All-Star (as of 2024)
    • 5× All-NBA Team (as of 2024)
    • 3× NBA Scoring Champion (as of 2024)
  • Embiid is the centerpiece of the modern 76ers and one of the most dominant players in today’s NBA.

Bobby Jones

  • Position: Power Forward
  • Years Played: 1978–1986
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1983)
    • 8× NBA All-Defensive Team
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2019)
  • Known for his defense, hustle, and unselfish play, Jones was a critical piece of the 1983 championship team.

Andrew Toney (“The Boston Strangler”)

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 1980–1988
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1983)
    • 2× NBA All-Star
  • Toney earned his nickname for his clutch performances against the Boston Celtics in the playoffs.

Chet Walker

  • Position: Small Forward
  • Years Played: 1962–1969
  • Achievements:
    • NBA Champion (1967)
    • 7× NBA All-Star (career, multiple with 76ers)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2012)
  • Walker was a key scorer on the 1967 championship team.

Doug Collins

  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • Years Played: 1973–1981
  • Achievements:
    • 4× NBA All-Star
    • Collins was a consistent scorer and later became the head coach of the 76ers.

Coach Legends:

  • Alex Hannum: Coached the 1967 championship team, widely considered one of the greatest teams in NBA history.
  • Billy Cunningham: Coached the 1983 championship team.
  • Brett Brown: Guided the team through “The Process” era, leading them back to playoff contention.

These legends have defined the 76ers’ history, from their early Syracuse Nationals days to their championships and modern stars.