Martin (coach's decision) didn't see the court Sunday in the 76ers' 107-105 overtime victory over the Hornets.
For the first time all season, Martin failed to get off the bench while head coach Nick Nurse reopened a spot in the rotation for Eric Gordon, who didn't play in a coach's decision in the 76ers' last game Friday against the Lakers. Martin's removal from the rotation came after the fifth-year forward had averaged 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.8 blocks, 0.6 assists and 0.4 steals in 17.5 minutes over Philadelphia's first eight contests of the season.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Retreats to bench
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Martin will slide to the bench for Friday's game versus the Raptors, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Caleb Martin will get the start in place of Martin at power forward. The 23-year-old posted three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across only 15 minutes in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Bucks.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Scores 12 points Wednesday
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Martin posted 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and a steal across 26 minutes in Wednesday's 117-95 preseason win over the Nets.
Martin got the start in this preseason contest with Paul George (knee) sidelined, and it wouldn't be surprising if he gets the start in the regular-season opener against the Bucks on Oct. 23 if George isn't 100 percent ready to return. Martin played a career-low 12.4 minutes per game in 2023-24 while seeing time with the Clippers and 76ers across 60 regular-season appearances, and if he starts in the regular-season opener, he'd likely play a minimal role in the offensive scheme.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Back in starting five
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Martin will start Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Martin will step in for Paul George (knee) in the first unit for Wednesday's penultimate preseason contest. Martin dropped 11 points in 22 minutes off the bench last time out.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Returns to reserve role
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Martin won't start Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.
Martin drew a spot start during the second night of a back-to-back set and scored nine points (4-7 FG) in 28 minutes. He's expected to handle a minor reserve role during the regular season.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Passive performance Saturday
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Martin compiled nine points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3PT, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes during Saturday's 139-89 preseason loss to the Celtics.
Martin moved into the starting lineup, but much like his teammates, offered very little in terms of tangible production relative to playing time. Despite signing a two-year deal in July, Martin's role on this team is uncertain, to say the least. He is an athletic wing who, in theory, should be able to compete at the NBA level. However, given what we have seen to this point in his career, he could struggle to play meaningful minutes again this season.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Signs two-year deal with Philly
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Martin signed a two-year, $16 million extension with the 76ers on Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Martin will boost the team's bench depth due to his positional versatility. However, he's not expected to be a major factor in most fantasy formats. He averaged just 3.7 points and 2.2 rebounds per game across 60 regular-season appearances (two starts) in 2023-24.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Available for Wednesday
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Martin (toe) is available for Wednesday's Play-In Game against the Heat.
Martin will return from a three-game absence and will likely be working with minutes in the teens. He's not the most attractive fantasy option.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Full participant in shootaround
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Martin (toe), who is questionable for Wednesday's Play-In Game against Miami, was a full participant in Philadelphia's morning shootaround, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.
Martin continues to deal with a toe issue that forced him to miss the final three games of the regular season, but his participation in shootaround creates optimism that he'll be able to return as postseason play begins Wednesday. Over his final five appearances during the regular season, Martin averaged 5.2 points and 3.4 rebounds in 17.6 minutes per game.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Iffy for Wednesday
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Martin (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's Play-In Game against the Heat.
Martin missed the final three games of the regular season due to a left great toe contusion but may return for the start of postseason play. If cleared, he isn't guaranteed a major role, but Martin did have consistent bench minutes before his absence.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Practices Monday
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Martin (toe) was able to practice Monday, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Martin missed the final three games of the regular season with a bruised toe, but he's trending in the right direction. If he gets the green light to face Miami on Wednesday, Martin is not guaranteed any minutes.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Sitting out Sunday
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Martin (toe) has been ruled out of Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Nets, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Martin's absence will mark his third straight due to a bruised toe on his left foot. It remains to be seen if he will be ready for the playoffs.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Questionable for Sunday
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Martin (toe) is considered questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Nets.
Martin is in danger of missing his third straight game due to a bruised toe. More clarity on his status should come once he tests things out during pregame warmups.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Remains out
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Martin (toe) won't play Friday against the Magic, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Martin will miss his second consecutive contest with a bruised toe. He'll have one more chance to return during the regular season Sunday against the Nets.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Late scratch
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Martin won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Pistons due to a left big toe contusion, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Martin wasn't on Philadelphia's injury report and was ruled out after Tuesday's contest began despite not logging any minutes. Regardless, the 22-year-old forward's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Orlando.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Goes for 11 points off bench
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Martin amassed 11 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 13 rebounds and two assists across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 115-102 loss to the Suns.
Martin made his presence felt off the bench and scored in double digits despite not starting for the first time since Feb. 7, when he recorded 15 points in a loss to the Warriors. Martin's role and scoring numbers are very inconsistent, and he rarely reaches double-digit points, so he's better left on the wire even in deep fantasy formats.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Good to go Tuesday
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Martin (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Nets, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Martin has been upgraded from questionable to available despite a right ankle injury. Martin is averaging 7.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 21.8 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Good to go
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Martin (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Martin and Kelly Oubre (shoulder) have been upgraded from questionable to available, while Cameron Payne (illness) has been downgraded to out. Martin missed the past three games due to an ankle injury but averaged 7.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 23.3 minutes over his prior seven appearances (two starts).
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76ers' KJ Martin: Iffy for Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus Dallas.
Martin has missed the past three games for the 76ers, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. If he gets the green light, he would likely be looking at a very minor role in the frontcourt.
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76ers' KJ Martin: Iffy against Charlotte
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Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Hornets.
Martin is in danger of missing his third straight contest Friday due to a right ankle impingement. If the 22-year-old forward is ruled out, Nicolas Batum and Darius Bazley are candidates to receive increased playing time.
