The Philadelphia 76ers have been linked to John Collins, with the Los Angeles Clippers considering re-signing the forward. ## What's Happening with John Collins?
The Clippers are thinking about re-signing Collins this offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. This puts the Sixers in a similar position as their other rumored situation with Dean Wade.
The Sixers need front-court help for the 2026-2027 NBA season, considering Joel Embiid's health struggles. They could use a standout power forward to share the court with Paul George. John Collins, 28, has plenty of experience and is an ideal fit for Nick Nurse and the 76ers.
The John Collins Free Agency Market
Aside from the Sixers and the Clippers, Collins has been linked to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, and the San Antonio Spurs. Each team is competitive enough to put together a playoff run. The Clippers finished ninth with a 42-40 record and hope to compete in the Western Conference next season.
| Team | Record |
|---|---|
| Clippers | 42-40 |
| Timberwolves | - |
| Magic | - |
| Spurs | - |
| 76ers | - |
John Collins' NBA Career
Collins started his career with the Atlanta Hawks, then landed with the Utah Jazz for two seasons. He joined the Los Angeles Clippers, but saw his production drop off. In 69 games, Collins shot 55.2% from the field and knocked down 40.6%. He produced averages of 13.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and nearly 1.0 blocks per game.
The recent form of the Philadelphia 76ers has been poor, with a record of 0W-0D-4L in their last four games. Their last result was a 113-126 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on 2025-04-03. Collins hopes to cash in again this summer, after wrapping up the 2025-2026 NBA season with a $26.5 million salary.