Adem Bona News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Strong production continues Bona produced nine points (3-5 FG, 3-6 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, three blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 105-91 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Bona continues to be one of the few positive stories to come out of Philadelphia this season, turning in another strong two-way performance. Over the past five games since returning from injury, Bona has averaged 10.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 3.0 blocks in 26.0 minutes per game. Given their other option is Andre Drummond (toe), it makes sense for the 76ers to continue with Bona as their starting center for the remainder of the season.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie big man Adem Bona drawing praise from multiple members of Sixers Rookie big man Adem Bona is drawing praise from multiple members of the Philadelphia 76ers for his play on the floor.

MARCH 31, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Records double-double Bona registered 16 points (8-9 FG), 10 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 30 minutes during Saturday's 118-95 loss to the Heat.

Impact Bona was solid on both ends of the court and recorded his first double-double since March 9. He's scored at least 15 points and grabbed at least nine boards in his last two starts, and given that the 76ers are eliminated from playoff contention, the rookie out of UCLA could see an uptick in minutes -- and thus, in his upside -- in the final weeks of the regular season.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Bona is in the 76ers' starting lineup against the Heat on Saturday, Derek Bodner of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Bona will make his third start of the season Saturday and second since the beginning of March. Bona has played in the 76ers' last two games after missing the prior five contests due to an ankle injury and has averaged 6.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 blocks over 21.0 minutes in those outings.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brings defense in return to action Bona (ankle) tallied six points (3-4 FG), seven rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block across 19 minutes in Monday's 112-99 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Bona had missed the 76ers' last five games due to a left ankle sprain, but he was cleared to play Monday and took back a spot in the rotation as starting center Guerschon Yabusele's primary backup. Though he may not be able to push for a consistent 30-plus-minute role unless he moves into the starting five, Bona could see a slight uptick in playing time in future contests due to Yabusele's ability to play both frontcourt positions. Bona has proven to be a worthy fantasy asset while averaging 26.2 minutes over his last five outings, as he's generated 12.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.4 steals per game while shooting 67.6 percent from the field during that stretch.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Getting green light Monday Bona (ankle) will play Monday against the Pelicans.

Impact Bona was listed as probable leading up to Monday's clash after missing five games with an ankle injury, and he officially has the all clear to return. He'll come off the bench against New Orleans and is averaging 9.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.8 blocks over his last five matchups as a reserve.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Bona (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact After five straight games on the shelf, Bona is trending towards returning to action for the 76ers. He's worth a long look as a fantasy pickup, as he was playing well before his injury absence -- in his last four appearances, Bona averaged 13.8 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.3 blocks.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McCollum leads New Orleans against Philadelphia after 40-point game

New Orleans plays the Philadelphia 76ers after CJ McCollum scored 40 points in the New Orleans Pelicans' 136-130 loss to the Detroit Pistons

MARCH 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Philadelphia faces Atlanta on 3-game road slide

Philadelphia enters a matchup against Atlanta as losers of three road games in a row

MARCH 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Still out against Atlanta Bona (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Bona will miss his fifth straight outing Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with New Orleans.

MARCH 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Bona (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Bona will miss a fourth straight game for the 76ers due to a sprained left ankle. Alex Reese is likely the player to see a boost in minutes in San Antonio.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs host the 76ers in non-conference action

San Antonio takes on Philadelphia in out-of-conference action

MARCH 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Still out against OKC Bona (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Bona will miss his third straight contest Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain. With Andre Drummond (toe) also out and Guerschon Yabusele (knee) deemed questionable, Alex Reese could continue to receive increased playing time. Bona's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with San Antonio.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Grimes leads Philadelphia against Oklahoma City after 46-point game

Philadelphia visits the Oklahoma City Thunder after Quentin Grimes scored 46 points in the 76ers' 144-137 overtime loss to the Houston Rockets

MARCH 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Missing another contest Bona (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Bona scored in double figures in four straight games, averaging 13.8 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.3 blocks and 1.3 steals in 28.0 minutes a night, including a 16-point, nine-rebound effort in 34 minutes as a starter during Friday's 112-100 loss to Indiana. However, the rookie second-round was sidelined for Philly's next game, a 130-125 win in Dallas on Sunday, and will remain sidelined for the second half of this back-to-back set. With Andre Drummond (toe) also sidelined, Guerschon Yabusele, Oshae Brissett, Alex Reese and Chuma Okeke are candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Houston takes on Philadelphia, aims for 6th straight home win

Houston will try to keep its five-game home win streak alive when the Rockets face Philadelphia

MARCH 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Dealing with ankle injury Bona (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Bona likely sprained his left ankle during Friday's 112-100 loss against the Pacers, during which he logged 16 points, nine rebounds, two steals and one block over 34 minutes. The severity of the injury isn't clear, but he would appear to be in jeopardy of also missing Monday's game against Houston. With Bona and Andre Drummond (toe) both ruled out, Guerschon Yabusele should see the lion's share of minutes at center Sunday.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sixers rookie Adem Bona talks biggest NBA lesson, reps needed to grow Philadelphia 76ers rookie Adem Bona discusses his biggest NBA lessons he's learned and the reps he needs to grow as a player.

MARCH 15, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Comes close to double-double Bona chipped in 16 points (5-8 FG, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Friday's 112-100 loss to Indiana.

Impact Bona made the second start of his NBA career in this loss to the Pacers, but the big man took advantage of the opportunity and delivered a solid line despite having to battle with Myles Turner and Pascal Siakam in the frontcourt throughout the contest. Bona has upside if he stays in the starting lineup, but that will depend on when Andre Drummond (toe) returns to the hardwood.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Siakam scores 27 points and helps Pacers rally with big second half to beat the 76ers 112-100

Pascal Siakam scored 17 of his 27 points in the second half, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-100 on Friday night

MARCH 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting vs. Indiana Bona is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pacers, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact The 76ers will be depleted for this contest, and the lack of viable options in the frontcourt will push Bona into the starting lineup. The rookie has made only one previous start this season. It came against the Bucks on Jan. 19, where he posted 10 points, six rebounds, a steal and a block across 24 minutes.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Near double-double Wednesday Bona finished Wednesday's 118-105 loss to the Raptors with 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 23 minutes.

Impact Bona was the second-leading bench scorer for the 76ers on Wednesday behind Jeff Dowtin (20), and the former was one rebound shy from registering his second double-double of the season. The absence of Guerschon Yabusele (knee) opened the door for more minutes for Bona off the bench, and the latter would stand to see a similar role Friday against the Pacers if the former is not cleared to return.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sixers Center Joins Former No. 2 Pick in Franchise History vs Jazz When the Philadelphia 76ers drafted Adem Bona in the second round in the 2024 draft, the expectation was that he'd be a long-term project to...

MARCH 11, 2025 • SI.COM

Huge game off bench Bona closed Sunday's 126-122 victory over Utah with 14 points (7-13 FG), 14 rebounds, one assist, five blocks and two steals in 32 minutes off the bench.

Impact The rookie center took advantage of an early exit for Andre Drummond (illness) to set new career highs in minutes, points, boards, blocks and even steals. Drummond isn't likely to miss much more time, but Bona may have shown enough to work his way into a larger role in the Philly frontcourt over the final weeks of the season, especially if the injury-plagued squad decides to focus on improving its draft lottery odds rather than trying to squeak into the Play-In Tournament.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 12 minutes off bench Bona amassed six points (3-5 FG), two rebounds, one assist and one block across 12 minutes during Thursday's 123-105 loss to Boston.

Impact Although the 76ers are without Joel Embiid (knee) for the remainder of the season, Andre Drummond and Guerschon Yabusele are the preferred frontcourt options these days. That could change later in the season, obviously, as the 76ers could potentially turn their focus towards youth development.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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