After three road games in their last four contests, the Philadelphia 76ers return home to face the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday afternoon. The 76ers' frontcourt depth is a concern heading into the game, with Andre Drummond listed as questionable and Joel Embiid still out with an oblique strain. Here's everything we know about Andre Drummond's injury and his playing status against the Nets.
Andre Drummond's injury status vs. Nets
Andre Drummond has not played since the 76ers faced the Cleveland Cavaliers on March 9. He missed the team's next game the following night and the upcoming game against the Detroit Pistons due to back spasms.
Drummond is once again listed as questionable for the same reason as the 76ers prepare to face the Nets on Saturday afternoon. Having already missed 17 games in the 2025-2026 season, Drummond could be viewed as a true game-time decision.
The 76ers will be severely short-handed up front due to another absence. Embiid is out with an oblique strain, and Adem Bona, who has started eight games this season, is also questionable with a back injury.
Bona also missed the 76ers' last game, forcing head coach Nick Nurse to deploy a skeleton unit against the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons. Nurse started 6-foot-8 Trendon Watford as his makeshift center, allowing Jalen Duren to collect an easy 14-point, 10-rebound double-double.
Philadelphia will also be without Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and Kelly Oubre Jr. The Nets will play without Michael Porter Jr., but with or without Drummond, the 76ers will be the clear shorthanded team on Saturday afternoon.
Given his current roster status and his recent absences, Drummond is likely questionable for Saturday's contest.
76ers injury report
Edem Bona, doubtful - back pain
Jonny Broom, out – recovering from right knee surgery.
Andre Drummond, doubtful - back spasms
Joel Embiid, out - right oblique strain
Paul George, out-suspension
Tyrese Maxi, out - right finger tendon strain
Kelly Oubre Jr., out - left elbow sprain
net injury report
Fracture, possible - pain in left ankle
Nick Claxton, Out - Rest
Igor Demin, out – left plantar fascia injury management
Michael Porter Jr., out - right ankle sprain
Drake Powell, out - left knee injury management
De'Ron Sharp, out - torn left thumb UCL
