Dominick Barlow News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Shifting to bench role Barlow isn't in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Barlow will retreat to the bench as the Sixers elect to keep Kelly Oubre in the starting lineup even with Paul George and Joel Embiid available. Thursday will mark Barlow's first appearance off the bench since Nov. 23, when he finished with nine points, three rebounds and two blocks in 20 minutes against Miami.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Friday Barlow (back) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Barlow will play through a back contusion suffered Wednesday and be available for Friday's rematch with the Cavaliers. The big man has started all eight January games, averaging 7.1 points and 4.3 rebounds in 18.9 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Friday Barlow is questionable for Friday's game against Cleveland, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Barlow picked up a back injury during Wednesday's game, but his X-rays returned negative. It's promising news that he's been deemed questionable for Friday, though his availability will likely depend on how he fares during shootaround and warmups.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Opts out of MRI Head coach Nick Nurse said Thursday that the 76ers opted out of imaging for Barlow (back), who is feeling better, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Barlow played just eight minutes Wednesday against Cleveland before leaving the game for good. Not requiring an MRI is encouraging news for Barlow's return, but he should still be deemed questionable in Friday's rematch with the Cavaliers. If Barlow ends up missing time, expect Jabari Walker and Trendon Watford to see additional playing time for the forseeable future.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Promising signs for Philadelphia 76ers big man Dominick Barlow after scary fall | Sporting News Dominick Barlow suffered a scary fall against the Cavaliers, but it appears that it is not as bad as feared.

JANUARY 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

X-Rays negative; headed for MRI Head coach Nick Nurse said that Barlow's (back) X-Rays came back negative, but he'll get an MRI on Thursday, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Barlow went down hard on a drive to the hoop during Wednesday's loss to the Cavs and did not return, and while X-Rays came back negative, he's not out of the woods just yet. We'll have a better idea on the extent of Barlow's back injury after his MRI results are released, but for now, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's rematch with Cleveland. If Barlow needs to miss time, Andre Drummond, Kelly Oubre and Trendon Watford will help pick up the slack.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Barlow has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Cleveland due to a back contusion, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Barlow took a hard fall earlier in the game and required assistance to make it back to the locker room. He's been deemed unable to return with what the 76ers are calling a back contusion. Barlow's next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with the Cavaliers. In the meantime, look for Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker to pick up the slack.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to locker room Barlow was helped back to the locker room with an apparent back injury, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Barlow took a hard fall after having his shot blocked by Evan Mobley and was grabbing at his back. The forward required help from two teammates to walk back to the locker room. While he's sidelined, Jabari Walker and Trendon Watford could see more playing time.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

76ers may be fighting secret battle with Kelly Oubre Jr.'s return With Kelly Oubre Jr.'s return, will he retain his spot in the 76ers' starting lineup at Dominick Barlow's expense?

JANUARY 9 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Sees 23 minutes in win Barlow amassed 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt), six rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 131-110 win over the Wizards.

Impact The 76ers had their full roster available for the first time this season, and Barlow kept his spot with the starters and saw a decent workload. He's made a strong impression on the 76ers, and he currently holds averages of 8.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.8 blocks in 24.9 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Should Kelly Oubre Jr. Reclaim His Starting Job Upon His Return to the Sixers? The Sixers have found something with Dominick Barlow at the 4. Should they risk disrupting that to insert Oubre back into their starting lin...

JANUARY 6 • SI.COM

76ers face inevitable challenge with two-way players running out of eligibility With Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker running out of NBA eligibility, the 76ers must gear up to secure them on long-term NBA contracts.

JANUARY 2 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Chips in 12 points in win Barlow totaled 12 points (6-10 FG), five rebounds and two steals across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 139-136 overtime win over the Grizzlies.

Impact After scoring two points on 1-of-4 shooting from the field in Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City, Barlow bounced back with an efficient 12 points Tuesday. He has now scored in double figures in five of his last seven appearances. The two-way player has been a mainstay in the starting five since late November, averaging 9.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.6 minutes per game over his last 14 appearances.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

76ers have obvious next move to make unless they want to lose Dominick Barlow The 76ers cannot possibly risk this scenario happening, right?

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Nick Nurse becomes 76ers' biggest worry after crazy Dominick Barlow decision The Philadelphia 76ers collapsed in the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bulls after Nick Nurse made a questionable Dominick Barlow decisi...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Green light to play Friday Barlow (illness) is available for Friday's game against Chicago.

Impact Barlow has been under the weather and didn't play against the Nets on Tuesday, but he has recovered enough from his illness to be available for Friday's contest. Barlow started in each of the 76ers' 11 games prior to his one-game absence Tuesday, and over that span he averaged 10.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks over 28.2 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Now probable for Friday Barlow (illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact The 76ers previously listed Barlow as questionable, but he's trending in the right direction. Over his last four games, Barlow is averaging 13.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.5 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

May not play vs. Bulls Barlow (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Barlow is dealing with an illness, as are VJ Edgecombe and Quentin Grimes. Barlow sat out Tuesday's loss to the Nets and is at risk of missing a second straight game.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 24, 2025 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Ruled out with illness Barlow is out for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to an illness, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Barlow isn't feeling well enough to give it a go Tuesday. Friday's battle with the Bulls marks his next chance to play. With the 76ers missing several key contributors, Justin Edwards appears to be worth streaming in the majority of fantasy leagues.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Barlow is questionable to play Tuesday versus the Nets due to an illness.

Impact Barlow is feeling a bit under the weather, but we'll have a better idea on his status for Tuesday night based on his activity level at shootaround. If Barlow can't give it a go, there will be more minutes available for Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 22, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Erupts for 21 points Barlow totaled 21 points (9-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 30 minutes during Saturday's 121-114 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Barlow's 21 points were a season high and also tied his career high in the category, which he set in 2023. The two-way player has started in 15 of his 18 NBA appearances this season, and he's been particularly productive over his last four games. During the four-game stretch, Barlow is averaging 13.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 steals across 27.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrese Maxey scores 38 points to lead 76ers to 121-114 win over Mavericks

Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points, including seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch, and VJ Edgecombe added 26 as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 121-114

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Productive ways continue Barlow ended Sunday's 120-117 loss to Atlanta with 11 points (4-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 27 minutes.

Impact Albeit in a losing effort, Barlow contributed a full stat line Sunday. As long as Kelly Oubre (knee) and Trendon Watford (adductor) remain off the floor, Barlow remains in a favorable position for playing time. He's started nine consecutive games, during which Barlow has averaged 9.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks in 29.2 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Tyrese Maxey scores 38 points to lead 76ers to 121-114 win over Mavericks