Robert Covington News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Likely to play Friday Covington (illness) is probable for Friday's game against Toronto.

Impact Covington didn't participate in Thursday's practice session due to his illness, but he'll likely be able to return to action following his one-game absence. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 3.0 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14.4 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Covington (illness) didn't participate in Thursday's practice session, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Covington was unavailable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota due to his illness, and it's discouraging that he was absent from Thursday's practice session. It's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up for Friday's game against Toronto.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Covington (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Covington will join Nicolas Batum (hamstring) on the sidelines, but Marcus Morris (illness) remains questionable. Kelly Oubre, Danuel House, Furkan Korkmaz and Kenyon Martin are all candidates for increased roles versus Minnesota.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed as questionable Covington (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Covington missed Tuesday's practice due to an illness, putting his status for Wednesday in jeopardy. With Nicolas Batum (hamstring) already ruled out and Marcus Morris (illness) also questionable, the 76ers' frontcourt may be shorthanded versus Minnesota.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Covington did not practice Tuesday due to an illness, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Covington's status for Wednesday against Minnesota has yet to be determined, but he should be considered questionable for now. If he can play, he could see more minutes with Nicolas Batum sidelined by a minor hamstring issue.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited role continues Covington had two points (1-3 FG), two rebounds, one block and two steals in 14 minutes during Monday's 108-104 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Covington has played fewer than 20 minutes in six straight appearances. Kelly Oubre is back in action after a lengthy injury-related absence and has overtaken Covington as the top forward off the bench, and that isn't expected to change anytime soon. Covington's name has been mentioned in trade talks because of Philadelphia's depth, but the veteran's defensive prowess off the bench is still valuable.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss to Celtics Covington posted 18 points (4-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and five steals across 30 minutes off the bench during Friday's 125-119 loss to Boston.

Impact While Paul Reed moved into the starting five for the 76ers in place of Joel Embiid (illness), Covington also saw an increased role as he played at least 30 minutes for only the third time in a Philly jersey. The veteran forward responded with season highs in points and steals. Covington is still capable of making an impact when he gets the court time, but his production remains erratic on a game-to-game basis -- he's drained multiple threes in three of the last four games, but failed to score a point at all in the fourth.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Productive on scoreboard Covington had 12 points (4-5 FG, 4-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 124-114 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Covington was held scoreless in Monday's blowout win over the Lakers, but he was much more efficient from the floor Wednesday en route to his second double-digit scoring total of the season. He also matched his highest rebound total of the year, a mark he's reached four times over his last seven appearances. During that time, he's averaged 5.6 points and 5.3 rebounds in 19.1 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Covington won't start Sunday's game against the Nets, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Covington drew three straight starts in Nicolas Batum's absence, posting 8.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks in 24.3 minutes per game during that stretch. However, Batum has returned to the team and will reclaim his starting spot Sunday. Batum should still see a decent role off the bench, but he shouldn't be expected to play more than 20 minutes versus Brooklyn.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Thrives in starting role Wednesday Covington posted 16 points (6-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds and two steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 117-107 loss to Boston.

Impact Covington was expected to handle a more significant workload with Kelly Oubre (ribs) and Nicolas Batum (personal) sidelined, and that was precisely the case. However, it wouldn't be surprising if he heads back to the bench Friday when the 76ers take on the Hawks on Friday, assuming Batum becomes available. If not, there's a strong chance Covington would remain in the starting lineup while having a higher usage rate than in past contests.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Tuesday Covington will start Tuesday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Nicolas Batum started in Kelly Oubre's (ribs) stead Sunday, but Batum will be unavailable for Tuesday's game for personal reasons, opening up an opportunity for Covington. Over his last five appearances, Covington has averaged 3.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.2 steals in 13.4 minutes, but he figures to have a larger workload against Indiana.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held to two points Covington contributed two points (1-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists across 16 minutes during Sunday's 137-126 win over the Pacers.

Impact Covington was mostly just a spectator while Tyrese Maxey poured in 50 points. Covington's usage and minutes have been very low with the 76ers, so he's mostly just a defensive specialist in very deep fantasy leagues.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Omitted from injury report Covington (trade pending) isn't listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Covington, Marcus Morris and Kenyon Martin will suit up for their first game with the 76ers this season, but Nicolas Batum (personal) will not. Covington was a starter with the Clippers, but he'll begin as a reserve in Philadelphia. Over three appearances with Los Angeles, Covington averaged 3.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.0 steals in 23.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 31, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Traded to Philadelphia Covington, Marcus Morris, Nicolas Batum and Kenyon Martin were acquired by the 76ers on Tuesday in a three-team deal that sent James Harden, P.J. Tucker and Filip Petrusev to the C...

Impact Covington handled a starting role for the Clippers over the first three games this season but had limited production, averaging 3.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 23.0 minutes per game. The 32-year-old proved capable of handling substantial playing time earlier in his career, but he averaged just 16.2 minutes per game during his first full season with LA in 2022-23. He'll now return to Philadelphia, where he played for over four seasons in the early stages of his career. Covington is unlikely to approach the averages of 12.9 points and 5.6 rebounds in 30.1 minutes per game that he generated during his first stint with the 76ers, but he could at least have the opportunity to maintain a spot in the starting five in Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in blowout win Covington notched zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 26 minutes during Sunday's 123-83 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Covington became the 22nd player in NBA history to score zero points while playing at least 25 minutes and recording a plus-25 net rating in a game. His inability to get going offensively removes him from fantasy radars until he proves otherwise, as he's compiled just nine points in 69 minutes through three games.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in place of Mann Covington will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Portland, Mark Medina of NBA.com reports.

Impact Though Covington was beaten out by Terance Mann (ankle) for the starting power forward spot, he'll open up the 2023-24 campaign in the first unit with Mann sidelined. Considering Mann hasn't been given a timeline for a return, Covington could enjoy an extended stint with the starters.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated for backup role Covington will open the 2023-24 regular season as a reserve, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Terance Mann was named the starting power forward, so Covington, Nicolas Batum and Marcus Morris will compete for backup minutes. Last year, Covington was out of the rotation at times and averaged just 16.2 minutes per game -- the fewest since his rookie campaign. However, he's expected to see more playing time this season.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Thursday Covington is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Nuggets, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN reports.

Impact Covington will get the nod at power forward, with Nicolas Batum headed to the bench. These two players could be battling for starter's minutes into the regular season.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Covington will come off the bench for Tuesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Clippers will mix it up with Nicolas Batum moving into the first unit. There have been several reports that Covington could be the starting power forward on Opening Night, so he's someone for fantasy managers to keep an eye on.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fails to score in five minutes Covington contributed two rebounds, one assist and one block across five minutes during Sunday's 119-114 victory over the Suns.

Impact Covington was barely in the rotation Sunday, reversing the recent trend that has seen him up his playing time. While he is likely to continue seeing meaningful minutes, his nightly role could be determined by whether others around him are getting the job done.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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