Drummond (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Magic.
While Drummond was initially expected to remain out until Sunday's matchup with Chicago, it appears he could suit up against Orlando. If Drummond is ultimately ruled out alongside Joel Embiid (knee), Guerschon Yabusele will likely draw another start.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Out at least three games
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Drummond (ankle) will miss the next three games for the 76ers, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.
Drummond will be re-evaluated this coming weekend, meaning the earliest possible return date will be Dec. 8 against the Bulls. With Joel Embiid's (knee) status still in the air, the 76ers may need Guerschon Yabusele, KJ Martin and even Adem Bona to step up.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Dealing with sprained ankle
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Drummond has been diagnosed with a sprained right ankle, and there's no clear timetable for his return, head coach Nick Nurse told Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire. "I don't know," coach Nick Nurse said of a Drummond timeline. "Again, they did all the X-Rays and stuff, and it is just a sprain. So there's nothing else there. I mean, he's going to be in a boot, yeah."
Drummond exited Saturday's win over the Pistons during the first quarter after landing on Tobias Harris' foot on a made basket. The fact that he wasn't able to put any pressure on his ankle as he exited the court was concerning, but further tests seem to suggest the big man avoided a severe injury. Drummond finished Saturday's game with four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and a steal across four minutes. The big man could be in line to miss at least a few games due to this injury. Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona will be in line for more minutes in the frontcourt with Drummond sidelined.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Won't return Saturday
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Drummond (ankle) won't return to Saturday's game against the Pistons, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He finished with four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and a steal across four minutes.
Drummond exited the game in the first quarter after landing on Tobias Harris' foot on a made basket, and he wasn't able to put any pressure on his ankle as he exited the court. He's been diagnosed with a right ankle sprain, and it's unclear if he'll be sidelined for an extended stretch. Guerschon Yabusele will see even more minutes in the frontcourt as a result.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Leaves game with ankle injury
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Drummond (ankle) went to the locker room in the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Pistons, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Drummond injured his right ankle after landing on Tobias Harris' foot on a made basket. Drummond wasn't able to put any pressure on his ankle and needed help to the locker room, per Ky Carlin of USA Today. If Drummond is unable to return to Saturday's contest, Adem Bona should see additional playing time off the bench.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Starting Wednesday
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Drummond will start Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.com reports.
With Paul George (knee), Joel Embiid (knee), Kyle Lowry (hip) and Caleb Martin (back) all sidelined, Drummond will make his first start since Nov. 10 and be joined by Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, Kelly Oubre and Guerschon Yabusele. As a starter this season (nine games), Drummond has averaged 9.7 points, 10.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 26.0 minutes per game.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Available Friday
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Drummond (illness) is listed as available for Friday's matchup versus the Magic.
Drummond was a game-time decision for Friday's matchup while dealing with an illness, though he will seemingly suit up. The veteran big man could operate under a minutes restriction with Joel Embiid back and Guerschon Yabusele coming off the bench as well.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Will be game-time call Friday
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Drummond (illness) will attempt to go through his pregame workout to determine if he can play Friday against the Magic, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Drummond wasn't at shootaround earlier Friday but will do everything he can to give it a go and play Friday. If the big man is cleared, he should see minutes off the bench in a backup role since Joel Embiid (knee/rest) has been cleared to play.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Not at shootaround
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Drummond, who's listed as questionable due to an illness, wasn't present for Philadelphia's morning shootaround ahead of Friday's game against the Magic, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.
Drummond missed his first game of the season Wednesday versus Cleveland and may be sidelined again Friday. Joel Embiid (knee/rest) will be in action, so if Drummond is sidelined again, Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona would be candidates for increased roles off the bench.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Iffy against Orlando
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Drummond (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Magic.
Drummond is in danger of missing his second straight contest Friday due to an illness. With Joel Embiid back in the lineup, Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona could receive backup center minutes if Drummond is ruled out yet again.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Battling illness
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Drummond is questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland due to an illness.
Drummond entered Wednesday with a clean bill of health, however, his status to face one of his former teams is now in jeopardy. Drummond has had inconsistent usage en route to averaging 9.8 points and 8.2 rebounds in 22.5 minutes across his last five contests, but his presence would likely be missed against Cleveland's frontcourt, especially with Joel Embiid (knee/rest) sitting out the second half of a back-to-back set.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Retreats to bench Tuesday
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Drummond will slide to the bench in Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
With Joel Embiid making his season debut, Drummond will revert back to his normal role off the bench. The big man has averaged 9.7 points, 10.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals across 26.1 minutes per game in nine regular-season outings (all starts).
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Delivers double-double Friday
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Drummond posted 14 points (6-12 FG, 2-7 FT), 12 rebounds and three steals over 22 minutes during Friday's 116-106 loss to the Lakers.
It's the second double-double in eight starts for Drummond, and the veteran center has pulled down double-digit boards five times in that span while recording multiple steals four times. With Joel Embiid (knee/suspension) closing in on his season debut, however, Drummond's stint in the starting five is about to come to an end, likely on Tuesday against the Knicks.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Grabs 10 boards in loss
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Drummond accumulated nine points (4-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one block across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 loss to the Clippers.
Drummond will earn at least two more starts and may be in line for more as they gradually work Joel Embiid (suspension) back into the lineup. Although turnovers have been a bit of a problem for Drummond, he's been a serviceable big man with averages of 8.6 points and 10.6 rebounds through seven starts.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Coughs up five turnovers
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Drummond finished Monday's 118-116 loss to Phoenix with eight points (3-5 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and three steals in 15 minutes.
Drummond tallied five turnovers without recording a single assist during Monday's loss. The veteran big man is averaging 8.5 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 26.2 minutes across his six appearances this season. With Joel Embiid suspended for Philadelphia's next three games, Drummond should continue to start at center.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Grabs 17 boards in victory
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Drummond racked up nine points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 17 rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block over 37 minutes during Sunday's 118-114 overtime victory over the Pacers.
The veteran big man stepped into the starting five for a third consecutive game due to Joel Embiid's (knee) ongoing absence. Drummond, a historically great rebounder, secured a game-high 17 boards while shooting an efficient 4-for-6 from the field. Through three regular-season games (all starts), the big man has accumulated 39 rebounds, 30 points, six steals and three blocks across 22-plus minutes in each matchup. Drummond will likely serve as a viable streaming option as the second-string center behind Embiid, who is not expected to play in both games of any back-to-back sets this season.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Productive despite defeat
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Drummond closed Wednesday's 124-109 loss to the Bucks with 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and 13 rebounds in 25 minutes.
Drummond got the start at center with Joel Embiid (knee) out. With the latter being unavailable for the rest of the week, Drummond should make the most of that to pad stats on both ends of the court as the 76ers' starting center. Drummond might not get a lot of touches on offense regularly, but that won't matter much as long as he can rebound like he has done off the bench in previous seasons. An average scoring tally and his elite rebounding numbers would be enough to keep him relevant in most fantasy formats going forward.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Hauls in 20 rebounds Friday
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Drummond finished with 12 points (6-9 FG, 0-1 FT), 20 rebounds, three steals and one assist in 26 minutes during Friday's preseason loss to the Magic.
Drummond was a beast on the boards, pulling down 20 rebounds despite the loss. With Joel Embiid set to miss at least 15 games this season, if not more, Drummond is firming up as a viable late-round target as a backup center. If you are willing to take a chance on Embiid in the first round, Drummond makes sense as an insurance policy late in drafts.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Strong two-way play
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Drummond finished with seven points (3-6 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, a steal and a block across 13 minutes in Wednesday's 117-95 preseason win over the Nets.
Drummond continues to start in place of Joel Embiid (knee), who won't see action until the start of the regular season against the Bucks on Oct. 23. Drummond is a solid option in most fantasy formats even if he plays off the bench, as Embiid is likely to be rested on a regular basis, and Drummond can also deliver strong stat lines in limited minutes.
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76ers' Andre Drummond: Back in starting lineup
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Drummond will start Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.
Drummond didn't start Saturday's preseason game against Boston, which was the second night of a back-to-back set. However, with Joel Embiid (knee) not ready for game action, Drummond has been a regular in the starting lineup. With the restrictions Embiid is facing this season, Drummond could be a sneaky fantasy pick at the end of drafts.
