Andre Drummond to Fill Key Role for 76ers Amid Joel Embiid’s Suspension

Andre Drummond is set to play a crucial role for the Philadelphia 76ers as the team navigates the absence of star center Joel Embiid, who is serving a suspension for shoving a columnist. In the 76ers’ recent 118-116 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Monday, Drummond contributed eight points, five rebounds, and three steals in 15 minutes, although he also tallied five turnovers without recording an assist.

With Embiid suspended for the next three games, Drummond is expected to continue starting at center. This season, Drummond has averaged 8.5 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.8 steals in 26.2 minutes per game across his six appearances. His performance will be critical as the 76ers aim to break their current three-game losing streak.

In the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Clippers, betting analysts are projecting significant contributions from Drummond. He is favored to grab over 10.5 rebounds, with an implied probability of 55.56%, and there is also value seen in a prop bet for him to record a double-double, given his scoring and rebounding capabilities.

Drummond’s career has been marked by his strong rebounding and defensive skills, earning him two All-Star selections over his 12-year NBA career. Originally drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 2012, Drummond has played for several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls, before joining the 76ers.