76ers' Adem Bona: Finishes up serviceable campaign
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Bona supplied seven points (2-2 FG, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one block across 10 minutes during Sunday's 144-114 loss to New York in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
With Joel Embiid having his workload managed throughout the year, Bona wound up making a career-high 18 starts during the regular season while averaging 4.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 17.4 minutes per contest over 71 games. Andre Drummond is an unrestricted free agent this offseason, so Bona could take another step forward in 2026-27 as the top backup center behind Embiid.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Contributes off bench in Game 2
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Bona finished with two points (2-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) didn't suit up for this contest, so Bona saw more action after logging just four minutes in Game 1. While the 23-year-old came off the bench behind Andre Drummond and generated only two points, he still made a difference on the glass, collecting six offensive boards, as well as on the defensive end. With the Knicks now up 2-0 in the series, both clubs will head to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Friday night. If Embiid plays, Bona likely won't be on the floor much. However, if Embiid misses another game, Bona should remain involved, potentially re-entering the starting lineup.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Slotted to bench
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Bona will come off the bench during Sunday's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Bona will come off the bench due to Joel Embiid (abdomen) returning to the lineup. Bona has posted averages of 4.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 19.3 minutes per contest across three games in the postseason thus far, but he will likely see a smaller role in Embiid's return.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Invisible despite start
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Bona notched zero points (0-4 FG), three rebounds and one block over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 111-97 victory over the Celtics in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Bona started for the sixth straight game, although he continues to offer very little on either end of the floor. During that six-game stretch, Bona has averaged just 2.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 0.7 blocks in 17.3 minutes per game. While there is a chance we will see Joel Embiid (abdomen) before the series is done, Bona may need to have to have more of an impact moving forward.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Blocks three shots in start
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Bona produced two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three blocks over 16 minutes during Wednesday's 109-97 Play-In Game victory over the Magic.
Bona remained in the starting lineup, filling in for Joel Embiid (appendicitis), who remains sidelined indefinitely. Despite blocking three shots, Bona served mainly as the backup behind Andre Drummond, who himself had a fantastic night. Should Embiid be forced to miss Sunday's game against Boston, expect Bona to remain in the starting lineup.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Starting versus Houston
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Bona will start Thursday's game against Houston.
Joel Embiid (illness) is out, so Bona will re-enter the starting lineup versus the Rockets. In 15 starts this season, the 23-year-old has averaged 6.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals across 22.3 minutes.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Left out of rotation Monday
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Bona (coach's decision) went unused off the bench Monday in the 76ers' 115-102 loss to the Spurs.
For the first time since Jan. 9, Bona was left out of the Philadelphia rotation, with head coach Nick Nurse turning to Andre Drummond to handle the backup minutes at center behind starter Joel Embiid. The 76ers won't necessarily prioritize Drummond over Bona moving forward, but neither player will be in line for extensive playing time whenever Embiid is available. Philadelphia will head into its final back-to-back set of the season Thursday and Friday versus the Rockets and Pacers, respectively, so with Embiid likely to rest for one of those games, Bona should resurface in the rotation in short order.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Not starting Friday
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Bona won't start Friday's game against Minnesota, Derek Bodner of AllPHLY.com reports.
Bona got the spot start in Wednesday's win over the Wizards, though he'll retreat to the bench with Joel Embiid (illness) back in the lineup. Bona has averaged 3.8 points and 4.2 rebounds across 14.6 minutes per game over his last five appearances off the bench.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Starting versus Washington
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Bona will start in Wednesday's game against Washington.
With Joel Embiid (illness) ruled out, Bona will draw the start. In 14 starts during the campaign, the 23-year-old has averaged 6.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.9 steals while shooting 52.2 percent from the field in 22.4 minutes per showing.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Headed to bench
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Bona will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
Joel Embiid (oblique) is back and starting, so Bona will retreat to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Bona owns averages of 4.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Holding down top center spot
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Bona provided eight points (2-3 FG, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds and two steals in 20 minutes during Thursday's 139-118 win over the Kings.
Bona should continue to start at center and provide lower-end fantasy value until Joel Embiid (oblique) is finally cleared to return. Bona has averaged 6.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.1 blocks and 0.8 steals in 22.6 minutes per tilt in his last eight games (all starts), shooting 51.2 percent from the floor during this period.
Bona (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Bona carried a questionable tag into Sunday's contest due to a back injury, but he will be able to play through it. Bona has started each of the last five games, averaging 7.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in 26.6 minutes per contest over that stretch.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Questionable for Sunday
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Bona (back) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Trail Blazers.
Bona could get hit with a maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set, and with Andre Drummond (back) also questionable, the 76ers could be very thin up front Sunday. Check back for official word on Bona's status closer to tipoff.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Swats three shots in return
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Bona amassed nine points (2-5 FG, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Saturday's 104-97 victory over the Nets.
Bona was cleared to return from a one-game absence due to a back injury and drew the start at center with Joel Embiid (oblique) and Andre Drummond (back) both sidelined. Bona was energetic on the defensive end of the floor and posted his ninth game of the season with at least three blocks. He has started each of the Sixers' last five games, and over that span he has averaged 7.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks over 26.5 minutes per game. Bona should remain in the Sixers' starting five for as long as Drummond and Embiid are sidelined.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Good to go Saturday
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Bona (back) will play Saturday against the Nets, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
With Andre Drummond (back) and Joel Embiid (oblique) out, Bona will start at center and should play heavy minutes. As a starter this season (eight games), Bona has averaged 5.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.7 stocks in 22.5 minutes per game.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Questionable for Saturday
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Bona (back) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Nets.
Bona sat out Thursday's loss to the Pistons due to a back issue, and with Saturday's game being the first of a back-to-back set, he could be headed for his second straight absence. Check back for official word on Bona's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Considered day-to-day
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Bona, who has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Detroit, is being considered day-to-day after scans on his back came back clean, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.
Bona was sent for imaging after experiencing back soreness, but the results shows that he's managed to avoid a serious injury. The Sixers will presumably re-evaluate the big man again Friday to get a better idea of his availability for Saturday's clash against the Nets.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Ruled out Thursday
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Bona (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Pistons.
Bona was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest and will join Joel Embiid (oblique) on the shelf. Andre Drummond (back) is questionable, so the 76ers may need guys like Dominick Barlow and Trendon Watford to step up.
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76ers' Adem Bona: Lands questionable designation
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Bona is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Detroit due to back soreness.
Bona is at risk of missing his first game since Jan. 9 as he tends to a back issue. If Bona were to sit Thursday, Andre Drummond would assume starting center duties, while Dominick Barlow and Trendon Watford could see some action at the five spot.
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