Trendon Watford News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Not part of rotation in return Watford (adductor) played the final 4:45 of Wednesday's 131-110 win over the Wizards, finishing with three assists and no other statistics during his time on the court.

Impact Available to play for the first time since Nov. 25 after a lengthy absence due to a left adductor strain, Watford wasn't included in head coach Nick Nurse's main rotation, as he didn't enter the contest until the 76ers had already built a 17-point lead in the waning minutes of the game. The 25-year-old forward could eventually emerge as a rotation option once he's further removed from the adductor strain, but he may need the 76ers to be without one or more key contributors in order to see meaningful minutes.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Embiid, George lead 76ers to a 131-110 win over Wizards, who acquire Trae Young in trade with Hawks

Joel Embiid scored 28 points, Paul George added 23 and all of Philadelphia’s starters scored in double-figures as the 76ers beat the Washington Wizards 131-110

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Available to play Watford (thigh) is available to play Wednesday versus Washington.

Impact Head coach Nick Nurse hinted during his pregame media availability Wednesday that while Watford may be available, he might not see the floor in his first game back from a lengthy layoff. With Kelly Oubre (knee) also set to return Wednesday, Watford might not be a consistent part of the rotation moving forward.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Limited if available Watford (thigh) will have a heavy minutes restriction if he plays in Wednesday's game against Washington, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.

Impact Watford is labeled as probable for Wednesday's game, but it's unclear what role he'll play if active. He's been unavailable since Nov. 25 due to a thigh strain.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Watford (thigh) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Watford, whose been sidelined since picking up his thigh strain Nov. 25, is now expected to return from a lengthy absence. The 76ers are pretty healthy these days, so it will be interesting to see what type of role Watford is able to carve out.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Maxey, 76ers take on the Wizards

Washington plays Philadelphia for an Eastern Conference matchup Wednesday

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Lands questionable tag Watford is questionable for Wednesday's game against Washington due to a left adductor strain.

Impact Watford sustained the strain during the Nov. 25 loss to the Magic and hasn't appeared since, though it sounds like he's on the verge of returning to action. It's unclear what kind of role he may have upon his eventual return, as it's likely Watford will face a minutes restriction right off the bat. His potential return could be bad news for the playing time of Dominick Barlow in the froncourt, though.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia faces Denver, aims for 4th straight win

Philadelphia hosts Denver aiming to prolong its three-game win streak

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Still out Monday Watford (adductor) will remain on the inactive list for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Watford is on the cusp of a return, as he was recently cleared for full-contact, 5-on-5 work, but Monday will mark his 17th straight game on the sidelines. Watford's next chance to play will come Wednesday versus the Wizards.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for 5-on-5 Watford (thigh) will be cleared for 5-on-5 practice Sunday, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Watford hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a left adductor strain, but the forward is set to return in the near future. Across 14 appearances this season, Watford has produced averages of 8.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 20.4 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing, but lacks return date The 76ers announced Monday that Watford (adductor) is "continuing to progress" and is "being reintegrated into team activities," Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Watford was able to take part in Monday's practice in some capacity, but the 76ers aren't yet willing to issue a target date for his potential return to the court. The 25-year-old forward hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a left adductor strain and appears destined to miss the final two contests of the 76ers' five-game road trip, at a minimum.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas takes on Philadelphia, looks to halt 3-game skid

Dallas will try to stop its three-game slide when the Dallas Mavericks take on Philadelphia

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Remaining out vs. OKC Watford (adductor) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Watford is still nursing a strained left adductor and remains without a clear timetable for a return. He should be considered week-to-week until the 76ers provide an update on his progress.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City takes on Philadelphia in non-conference matchup

Oklahoma City and Philadelphia play in non-conference action

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago takes on Philadelphia, seeks 5th straight win

Chicago takes on Philadelphia looking to continue its four-game win streak

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Remaining out vs. Nets Watford (thigh) is out for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Watford, who hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a strained left adductor, can be considered week-to-week until the 76ers update his timeline for a return. Dominick Barlow (illness) should continue to benefit from a fantasy perspective.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas visits Philadelphia following overtime win

Dallas visits the Philadelphia 76ers following the Mavericks' 116-114 overtime win over the Detroit Pistons

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

New York takes home win streak into matchup with Philadelphia

New York is looking to extend its seven-game home win streak with a victory against Philadelphia

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Friday Watford (thigh) won't play in Friday's game against the Knicks, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact It was reported at the end of November that Watford would be re-evaluated in two weeks, but the team has yet to provide another update on the timetable for his return. At this point in time, the LSU product can be considered week-to-week until Philly has more news to share on the status of Watford's rehab.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maxey, 76ers to host Siakam and the Pacers

The 76ers will host conference foe Indiana

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Philadelphia plays Los Angeles, aims for 4th straight victory

Philadelphia hosts Los Angeles aiming to prolong its three-game win streak

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Milwaukee plays Philadelphia in conference matchup

Milwaukee and Philadelphia will face off in a matchup of Eastern Conference opponents

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Washington visits Philadelphia after Maxey's 44-point game

Philadelphia faces the Washington Wizards after Tyrese Maxey scored 44 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 142-134 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Out for at least two weeks Watford (adductor) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Watford went down during Tuesday's blowout loss to the Magic, and he's since been diagnosed with a left adductor strain. The injury is likely to keep the forward sidelined until the middle of December. With Watford out of action, the 76ers are likely to turn to Dominick Barlow and Justin Edwards to help pick up the slack in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Black nets career-high 31 points, leads Orlando to 144-103 win over Philadelphia

Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half, Franz Wagner added 21 points and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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Embiid, George lead 76ers to a 131-110 win over Wizards, who acquire Trae Young in trade with Hawks

Maxey, 76ers take on the Wizards

Philadelphia faces Denver, aims for 4th straight win

Dallas takes on Philadelphia, looks to halt 3-game skid

Oklahoma City takes on Philadelphia in non-conference matchup

Chicago takes on Philadelphia, seeks 5th straight win

Dallas visits Philadelphia following overtime win

New York takes home win streak into matchup with Philadelphia

Maxey, 76ers to host Siakam and the Pacers

Philadelphia plays Los Angeles, aims for 4th straight victory

Milwaukee plays Philadelphia in conference matchup

Washington visits Philadelphia after Maxey's 44-point game

Anthony Black nets career-high 31 points, leads Orlando to 144-103 win over Philadelphia