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Kelly Oubre Jr. • SF • 76ers

Kelly Oubre Jr. Could Return to Action Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) has been upgraded to questionable on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Washington Wizards. The veteran has been sidelined since Nov. 14 due to a knee sprain, but he could be ready to return to the court against his former team. Before injuring his left knee, Oubre Jr. was performing well. He has averaged 16.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in 34.8 minutes this season. Initially, Oubre Jr.'s workload is likely to be limited upon his return.

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Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Considered Questionable for Wednesday's Matchup

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee, ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's juicy fantasy matchup against the Washington Wizards. Despite managing knee and ankle injuries, the former MVP has made four consecutive appearances. On Monday night, Embiid logged 40 minutes in an overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets, and it looks like he may take some time off to rest on Wednesday. If needed, Adem Bona and Andre Drummond will help fill the void left by Embiid's absence. It's an excellent opportunity for the Sixers' centers to post big numbers, as Washington has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing fives this season.

2 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Probable For Monday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. Embiid is likely to suit up for his fourth consecutive contest this evening. The star big man is starting to return to form after struggling to begin the 2025 season, finishing with 26 points, 10 rebounds and five assists across 33 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 win over the Knicks in his last outing. Fantasy managers should have a better idea if Embiid is good to go closer to tip-off.

3 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Upgraded to Available on Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will play on Saturday against the Knicks. As usual, the multi-time All-Star carried an injury designation. However, he'll be on the floor on Saturday night. Embiid is starting to return to form after struggling to begin the 2025 campaign. He combined for 65 points in recent meetings with the Bulls and Memphis Grizzlies before amassing 22 points on Thursday in the 123-108 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

5 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Expected to Suit Up Saturday vs. Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's matchup against the New York Knicks as he continues right knee injury management. Embiid is trending toward his third straight appearance and has delivered strong fantasy returns lately, averaging 29.2 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 three-pointers, and 1.3 blocks in 33.2 minutes over his last six games. If he plays, Andre Drummond and Adem Bona are pushed into reduced roles with limited fantasy appeal.

5 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Cleared to Play Thursday vs. Mavericks

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle/knee) has been upgraded to available for Thursday's game against Dallas, a welcome sign after a stretch of heavy management and spotty availability. When he does play, the production has followed. Embiid has appeared in just 14 games but is coming off a 38-minute overtime effort Tuesday with 34 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and two blocks. His return squeezes minutes for Andre Drummond and Adem Bona. Embiid remains a must-start when active, though rest risk lingers in weekly formats.

6 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Likely to Play Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) appears ready to make his second consecutive appearance on Thursday night against the Dallas Mavericks, as the team has listed him as probable on the injury report. Embiid recently missed one game due to a right ankle sprain. He made a spectacular return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Memphis Grizzlies, registering 34 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks, and one steal across 38 minutes in an overtime win. It might be another night of feasting for Embiid on Thursday against the Mavericks, who have given up the ninth-most fantasy points to centers this season.

7 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Available on Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. Embiid missed Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a sprained right ankle. He is averaging 24.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.2 blocks across 30.0 minutes per game in six December games. With the star big man back in the mix this evening, Andre Drummond will return to his backup center role.

Dec 31

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Considered Questionable Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. He may miss a second consecutive game due to a sprained right ankle. With Embiid out on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Andre Drummond logged another start. However, he was quiet in 18 minutes of action, finishing with four points and four rebounds. Adem Bona saw a lot more success, notching 11 points, eight rebounds, and four blocks in 28 minutes off the bench. Given his strong performance in the last game, Philadelphia may reward Bona with a starting role on Tuesday if Embiid doesn't play.

Dec 30

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Probable for Meeting With Former Team

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. While George has managed a knee injury throughout the campaign, he has begun to play regularly, missing only one of the last eight games. In his most recent three appearances, George has struggled badly to hit shots, going 12-for-39 from the field. Scoring won't be easy against his former team either, as the Thunder hold the NBA's best defensive rating.

Dec 28

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Won't Play on Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) will be absent on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been ruled out due to a sprained right ankle, while the former MVP also continues to manage a right knee injury. Embiid's exit from the lineup is a signal for fantasy managers to hop back on the Andre Drummond train. This season, he has delivered solid performances when starting in place of Embiid, averaging 10.1 points and 11.9 rebounds.

Dec 28

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Set to Suit Up Against Bulls

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls after Philadelphia cleared him from injury management. Embiid has averaged 23.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.2 blocks over his last five games while logging around 30 minutes per contest, including multiple outings above that mark. His availability pushes Andre Drummond into a reserve role, where his fantasy value would be limited to situational rebounding if Embiid's workload fluctuates in-game. Meanwhile, Adem Bona's minutes project to be squeezed further. Embiid anchors Philadelphia's interior offense, though fantasy managers should still account for occasional workload variability tied to knee management.

Dec 27

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Available on Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (illness) will play on Friday against the Bulls. The rookie is having a fantastic first season in the National Basketball Association, averaging 16.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.3 steals while shooting 38.3% from behind the arc. With production like that, Edgecombe should remain starting in all fantasy setups, especially with a favorable matchup on the horizon. He might be even more productive if Joel Embiid (knee) can't get on the floor.

Dec 26

Dominick Barlow • PF • 76ers

Dominick Barlow Will Suit Up Against Chicago

Philadelphia 76ers forward Dominick Barlow (illness) will play on Friday against Chicago after missing Tuesday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The 22-year-old is having a productive season, averaging career-highs in points (9.1), rebounds (5.6), and blocks (1.0). He'll have a favorable matchup versus a Bulls team that has struggled defensively throughout the 2025 campaign. Barlow may be even more potent offensively if Joel Embiid (knee) can't suit up.

Dec 26

Quentin Grimes • SG • 76ers

Quentin Grimes Still Battling Illness Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (illness) is questionable for Friday night's matchup with the Chicago Bulls. Grimes, alongside Dominick Barlow and VJ Edgecombe, were all sick and missed Tuesday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Grimes could return soon, though, as he was present for the team's shootaround Friday morning. Grimes has shifted in and out of the starting lineup recently, and his playing time is largely predicated on the health of Philadelphia's other guards. Grimes, however, has not shot the ball well recently (27.9% over his last five games), despite increased opportunities.

Dec 26

Dominick Barlow • PF • 76ers

Dominick Barlow Iffy For Friday Clash With Chicago

Philadelphia 76ers forward Dominick Barlow (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls. The 76ers have a bug circulating the locker room. Barlow, VJ Edgecombe, and Quentin Grimes are all questionable with illnesses after missing Tuesday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. However, the trio was present at Friday's shootaround, indicating that their returns could be imminent. Barlow has been a surprise starter in Philadelphia's rotation this season, averaging career highs in points (9.1), rebounds (5.6), and assists (1.8) in 26 minutes per game.

Dec 26

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Remains Questionable With Illness vs. Bulls

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls after missing the team's most recent contest. Edgecombe has yet to return since being sidelined and remains a fluid pregame decision, with Philadelphia also monitoring Quentin Grimes (illness), who is questionable, while Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) remains out. If Edgecombe is held out again, guard and wing minutes would likely continue to consolidate around Jared McCain, who logged 39 minutes and posted 10 points, nine rebounds, four assists, and two steals last game. Eric Gordon added 12 points in 17 minutes off the bench, while Justin Edwards logged 20 minutes in a secondary wing role.

Dec 26

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Status in Question Ahead of Bulls Matchup

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Chicago, remaining under injury management. Embiid logged 31 minutes in his last appearance, finishing with 27 points, six rebounds, and four assists, though his availability remains fluid. If Embiid sits again, Andre Drummond would likely absorb the bulk of center minutes after posting six points and 12 rebounds in 23 minutes last time out, with Adem Bona picking up limited backup minutes. If Embiid plays, Drummond's role would narrow, keeping frontcourt value tied closely to pregame status.

Dec 26

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Cleared for Action Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (illness) is good to go for Tuesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The team has upgraded his status from probable to available ahead of tip-off. Due to illness, Embiid has sat out two games, giving Andre Drummond a chance to shine as a member of the first unit. Embiid will reclaim his starting spot on Tuesday and is heading out in a favorable matchup, as the Nets have given up the 11th-most fantasy points to centers this season.

Dec 23

Dominick Barlow • PF • 76ers

Dominick Barlow Unavailable Versus Nets

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Dominick Barlow (illness) will miss Tuesday's clash against the Brooklyn Nets. The team has downgraded Barlow from questionable to out. He is one of three Philadelphia players missing the contest due to illness. Barlow's absence will open up minutes for Jabari Walker and Justin Edwards. Still, their offensive impact should be limited, as the Sixers' Big Three -- Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, and Joel Embiid (illness) -- are all expected to be in the lineup.

Dec 23

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