The Philadelphia 76ers have seen a storied history dating back to the 1949-50 season, resulting in 15 different players wearing the No. 33 uniform. From championship runs to the modern era, this number has represented various eras of talent in the City of Brotherly Love.
Who defined the number 33?
Hersey Hawkins stands as the most prominent name to wear the jersey in Philadelphia. During his five seasons with the, Hawkins was an All-Star who averaged 19 points per game. While often underrated by critics, his scoring ability was a constant threat on the perimeter.
Tobias Harris also donned the No. 33 after joining for the 2019-20 season. He averaged 18.2 points and 7.9 rebounds during his stint. In contrast, Robert Covington, a defensive anchor during The Process era, wore the number for 26 games, averaging 12.9 points and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 35.9% from deep.
Championship contributors and playoff stars
Reggie Johnson was a key piece of the 1983 championship team. Acquired from the Kansas City Kings at the deadline, he played 29 games and averaged 5.5 points and 3.1 rebounds. Later, Jumaine Jones provided a rugged presence during his first two seasons. Jones appeared in all 23 playoff games during the 2001 run to the NBA Finals, starting 14 of them.
Willie Green also spent his first seven seasons in Philadelphia, averaging 9.4 points and 1.9 rebounds. He now serves as the head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans. Other players to wear the digits include Sam Williams, who played 116 games over two seasons with 5.3 points and 3.7 rebounds.
Short-term stints and depth on the roster
The list includes shorter stays like Ken Durrett, who played 27 games in 1974-75 for 3.3 points and 2.3 rebounds. Jim Barnett finished his career with 16 games for the city, averaging 4.1 points. Craig Brackins, a first-round pick in 2010, played two seasons with 1.8 points and 1.1 rebounds.
Daniel Orton played 22 games during The Process era, averaging 3.0 points and 2.8 rebounds. George Hill appeared in 16 games after the 2021 deadline, recording 6 points and 1.9 rebounds. Finally, Dakota Mathias played in eight games, averaging 6 points and 1.6 rebounds while shooting 30.8% from deep. You can track current roster movements on our roster page.