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Cameron Payne • PG • 76ers

Cameron Payne Starts Against Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Cameron Payne will join the starting lineup on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, filling in for Tyrese Maxey (finger). This will be Payne's first start of the season. With Joel Embiid (oblique), Paul George (suspension), and VJ Edgecombe (back) also out, Payne should play an important role on the offensive end. Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre Jr. are also expected to get plenty of scoring opportunities for the short-handed 76ers.

23 hours ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Remains Out Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) will miss a third consecutive game on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team has downgraded his status from questionable to out. On a positive note, Edgecome participated in the pregame shootaround, which suggests he could be ready to return from his back injury soon. His next chance for a comeback will be a matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. Quentin Grimes has taken on a bigger role during Edgecombe's absence, and his importance to the team will increase further on Monday night, with Tyrese Maxey (finger) out of the lineup.

23 hours ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Listed as Questionable for Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The rookie has missed a pair of games with a back problem, but he could be back in action on Monday night. The 76ers could certainly need some help after losing Tyrese Maxey (finger) to injury this weekend. Philadelphia also remains without Joel Embiid (oblique) and Paul George (suspension). Due to the injury situation, Edgecombe could play a very important role in Monday's contest if he returns. If he can't make it back, Quentin Grimes will continue to have additional fantasy value as his replacement in the starting lineup.

Yesterday

Tyrese Maxey • PG • 76ers

Tyrese Maxey to Miss At Least Two Games

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey (finger) will miss the team's upcoming back-to-back against Cleveland and Memphis. The two-time All-Star sprained his right fifth finger in Saturday's loss to Atlanta. Maxey will undergo further testing before a treatment plan is established. With Maxey absent, Cameron Payne and Quentin Grimes will have increased roles in the backcourt. Offensively, Kelly Oubre Jr. will also be expected to do more, especially with Joel Embiid (oblique) and Paul George (suspension) still unavailable.

Yesterday

Tyrese Maxey • PG • 76ers

Tyrese Maxey Injures Right Hand in Loss

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey injured his right hand late in Saturday's 125-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. With only around 25 seconds left to play, Maxey was involved in a collision with teammate Adem Bona. He exited to the locker room clutching his right hand. This was a very unfortunate incident, considering the game was basically done and dusted. If Maxey's injury turns out to be serious, it would be a major blow for the 76ers. The star guard led his team with 31 points on Saturday, adding two rebounds, five assists, and four steals to his tally. Cameron Payne is likely to take over starting point guard duties if Maxey misses time.

2 days ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Misses Friday's Practice

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) was unable to practice on Friday, according to Noah Levick. Instead, Edgecombe went through an individual workout session following Friday's practice. The rookie guard is in danger of missing a second straight game after suffering a lumbar contusion during Tuesday's contest. The Sixers are likely going to wait and see how Edgecombe feels on Saturday before deciding if he'll suit up against the Atlanta Hawks. If he's unavailable, Quentin Grimes and Cameron Payne are expected to help fill the void. Between the two, Grimes is the better streaming choice after dropping 16 points with five rebounds during Wednesday's game.

4 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid to be Re-Evaluated in One Week

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique) isn't quite ready to return yet. According to Noah Levick, Embiid will be shut down and re-evaluated in one week. The Sixers were hopeful that Embiid could potentially return on Saturday, but that won't be the case. He has missed three straight games and eight of the last 10 games. During that span, the Sixers have only won two games, so they desperately need their superstar center back on the court. In the meantime, Andre Drummond and Adem Bona should continue to split up the playing time at center. Between the two big men, Bona has been the more consistent fantasy option while Embiid has been out.

4 days ago

Kelly Oubre Jr. • SF • 76ers

Kelly Oubre Jr. Won't Play on Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness) is ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Oubre will now miss both games of the back-to-back set due to a lingering illness. His next chance to play will come versus the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. The Sixers are going to need to lean on their backup forwards, with VJ Edgecombe (back) also sidelined. Quentin Grimes, Justin Edwards, and Jabari Walker are all candidates to see increased roles on Wednesday. Walker could be a sneaky streaming option after dropping 20 points with seven rebounds across 19 minutes of action on Tuesday.

5 days ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe is Ruled Out on Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. This doesn't come as a surprise after Edgecombe was forced to exit early during Tuesday's game due to a back issue. He suffered a lumbar contusion and is listed as day-to-day. His next chance to play will come versus the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. In the meantime, Quentin Grimes and Cameron Payne figure to see increased roles in the rotation. Between the two, Grimes is the better fantasy option ahead of Wednesday's slate.

5 days ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Sustains Back Injury Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) will miss the second half of Tuesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs, John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. The exciting rookie sustained a back injury following a hard fall late in the first half. Edgecombe will finish the night with six points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks in 20 minutes. Cameron Payne and Justin Edwards could see more action in the second half without Edgecombe. Fantasy managers should consider Edgecombe questionable for Wednesday's clash against Utah.

6 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Sidelined Three Games with Oblique Injury

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique) will sit out the next three games after imaging confirmed a strain. The former MVP experienced right-side discomfort following Thursday's win and is targeting a potential return on March 7. With Embiid sidelined, Andre Drummond is expected to step into the starting role. In his last start on Feb. 22, Drummond logged 22 minutes and produced six points, nine rebounds, two assists, and one steal. Second-year big man Adem Bona added eight points and five rebounds in 20 minutes that night. Drummond profiles as a short-term rebounding streamer, while Tyrese Maxey should shoulder even heavier offensive usage.

Mar 1

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid is Cleared for Thursday's Game

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee, shin) is available ahead of Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. As expected, Embiid is ready to go after being listed as probable on the injury report. Before Tuesday's contest, Embiid missed five straight games due to knee and shin issues. On Tuesday, Embiid finished with 27 points, five assists, and six rebounds in 26 minutes of action. The expectation is that Embiid will have a similar workload until he's fully healthy again. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can feel safe getting Embiid into their lineups on Thursday.

Feb 26

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid On Track to Suit Up Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Heat. The 31-year-old recently returned from a five-game absence and logged 27 points, six rebounds, and five assists in 26 minutes against Indiana. When active, Embiid remains an elite fantasy anchor, averaging 33.8 minutes, 31.8 points, 2.0 three-pointers, 7.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.2 blocks over his last five games. Tyrese Maxey shifts back into his usual co-star role, and Andre Drummond becomes difficult to trust if Embiid logs normal minutes.

Feb 25

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Back In Lineup Vs. Indiana

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been upgraded to available for Tuesday's matchup against Indiana after sitting out five straight games due to right knee injury management and shin soreness. When active, Embiid has been dominant, averaging 33.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.0 triples, and 1.2 blocks across his last five outings. His return pushes Andre Drummond and Adem Bona back into limited reserve roles. Embiid remains an automatic start in all formats, while Drummond and Bona lose streaming appeal with minutes set to shrink.

Feb 24

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Questionable Vs. Pacers

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Indiana after sitting out the last five contests due to right knee management and shin soreness. The questionable tag signals progress, though his status remains uncertain. If Embiid is held out again, Andre Drummond and Adem Bona would continue to split center duties. Drummond produced six points and nine rebounds in his last start, while Bona added eight points and five boards. Tyrese Maxey would also retain elevated scoring and playmaking responsibilities if Embiid remains sidelined.

Feb 23

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Out Saturday vs. Pelicans

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will not play Saturday in New Orleans, marking his fourth straight absence. With the All-Star big man sidelined, Tyrese Maxey remains the primary usage driver, while the frontcourt minutes continue to split between Andre Drummond and Adem Bona. In the last game, Drummond logged 28 minutes and posted 10 points, 14 rebounds, and three assists, while Bona added nine points and seven rebounds in 20 minutes. Both remain volatile options, though Drummond profiles as the stronger rebound streamer. Embiid's absence boosts Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. in scoring formats.

Feb 21

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Won't Play on Thursday Evening

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (shin) won't play on Thursday versus Atlanta. He reported soreness in his right shin during the All-Star break, so he'll miss at least one contest. However, the 31-year-old will be re-evaluated leading up to Philly's three-game road trip in New Orleans, Minnesota, and Indiana, meaning there is a chance he might miss more time. While Embiid is out of commission, Andre Drummond, averaging 8.9 points and 10.8 boards in 19 starts this season, will presumably replace him in the rotation. Adem Bona should also see additional action and would be worth streaming if Drummond sits out a game during the road trip.

Feb 18

Tyrese Martin • SG • 76ers

Tyrese Martin Set to Join 76ers on Two-Way Deal

According to Derek Bodner, guard/forward Tyrese Martin is expected to sign a two-way contract with the Philadelphia 76ers once the team converts Jabari Walker to a standard NBA deal. The 26-year-old averaged 7.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 18.8 minutes across 37 games with the Nets earlier this season before being waived. Martin will fill an open two-way slot but joins a crowded backcourt featuring Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Quentin Grimes. He projects as G League depth and is not a standard-league option barring multiple injuries.

Feb 16

Jabari Walker • PF • 76ers

Jabari Walker Signing Two-Year Deal with 76ers

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Jabari Walker intends to sign a new two-year deal with the team, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, after maxing out his games on a two-way contract. The 23-year-old averaged 3.7 points and 3.1 rebounds in 12.1 minutes across 45 games this season. With Paul George suspended, Walker adds depth but will compete with Dominick Barlow and Trendon Watford for reserve minutes. Barlow is still the better deep-league gamble if the minutes settle in his favor, while Walker feels more like extra depth up front than someone you need to add in standard formats.

Feb 16

Cameron Payne • PG • 76ers

Cameron Payne Signing Rest-Of-Season Deal With 76ers

According to Marc Stein, free-agent guard Cameron Payne plans to sign a rest-of-season deal with the Philadelphia 76ers after securing a buyout overseas. The 31-year-old averaged 6.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 15.1 minutes across 72 games with New York in 2024-25 and posted 9.3 points and 3.1 assists in 19.4 minutes over 31 games with Philadelphia in 2023-24. Payne joins a crowded backcourt led by Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, with Quentin Grimes also in the mix. He projects as a deep-league assists streamer and insurance option, but consistent top-150 value remains unlikely barring injuries.

Feb 16

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