Philadelphia Sixers center Andre Drummond was diagnosed with a hyperextended knee, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Drummond suffered the injury during the Sixers' 115-103 win over the Nets on Friday night. Drummond left the game in a wheelchair. Drummond is averaging 8.2 points and 10.3 rebounds on the year. … [Read more...] about Andre Drummond Leaves Sixers’ Win With Hyperextended Knee
NBA Scouts Say Joel Embiid Struggling To Keep Up With Modern Pace Even When Healthy
Joel Embiid's mobility issues extend beyond his knee problems, with NBA scouts expressing concern that he cannot match the pace of the modern game. An Eastern Conference scout said the Philadelphia 76ers center struggled with the league's speed even before his latest injury, raising questions about his long-term effectiveness. "You look at where the league is heading, with the … [Read more...] about NBA Scouts Say Joel Embiid Struggling To Keep Up With Modern Pace Even When Healthy
Joel Embiid, VJ Edgecombe Return To Play Sunday
The Philadelphia 76ers are getting two members of their starting lineup back on Sunday. Center Joel Embiid and guard VJ Edgecombe will both play vs the Atlanta Hawks. Embiid has been out for the last three weeks due to knee soreness. Overall, the veteran center has played in just six of the Sixers first 18 games this season. Edgecombe has missed Philadelphia's last three games. … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid, VJ Edgecombe Return To Play Sunday
Andre Drummond Suffered No Structural Damage In Right Knee
The Philadelphia 76ers got some good news on the injury front on Saturday morning. Center Andre Drummond suffered no structural damage in his right knee. There is hope Drummond will return from the injury fairly quickly. The Sixers backup center was forced to leave Friday's victory over the Brooklyn early. There was fear that Drummond may have suffered a more serious injury … [Read more...] about Andre Drummond Suffered No Structural Damage In Right Knee
Joel Embiid Day-To-Day With Right Knee Soreness; Paul George In ‘Final Stage’ Of Return
Joel Embiid is day-to-day with right knee soreness, the Philadelphia 76ers announced following their 102-100 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. Embiid underwent imaging earlier in the day. "No expectation at all," Nurse said when asked if Embiid would miss games. "He just reported a little soreness in his right knee. He's had some imaging on that this afternoon, and the … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid Day-To-Day With Right Knee Soreness; Paul George In ‘Final Stage’ Of Return