Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets: preview and player stats (Feb 25, 2027)

James (back) is out for Thursday's game against Toronto. The future Hall of Famer is getting Thursday night off for maintenace purposes. Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown should do the heavy lifting offensively, while Dean Wade and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope should soak up extra minutes for the 76ers.

Barlow (back) participated in Thursday's shootaround but doesn't have a timeline to return to game action, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports. Barlow has been dealing with back soreness dating back to the preseason, so his participation in shootaround is an encouraging step. However, the 76ers have yet to provide a firm return date, and he'll likely need to ramp up further before he's cleared to play. Barlow should be monitored in deeper formats, but he isn't someone who needs to be rostered while he remains sidelined.

Bona (back) will be re-evaluated in approximately one week after seeing a specialist, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports. The fact that Bona needed to see a specialist suggests the injury may be more significant than initially thought, and he'll remain sidelined for at least the next several games. Even when healthy, the big man has seen his role shrink with Joel Embiid (foot) back in the rotation, averaging just 0.7 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in four appearances outside of his 25-minute effort against the Pistons in late October. In Bona's absence, Jabari Walker could see a few more minutes as Philadelphia's backup center.

Hukporti has sustained a season-ending ruptured right Achilles tendon, per Shams Charania of ESPN. Hukporti went down with an Achilles injury in Monday's preseason opener against the Knicks, and an MRI has since revealed a rupture. He signed a one-year deal with the 76ers over the summer, so Hukporti will be an unrestricted free agent come season's end. With Hukporti's year already finished, Adem Bona (foot) should assume the backup center role behind Joel Embiid once healthy. Reported out for season.

Injury/Illness - Right Calf Tightness / Soreness (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Traore (calf) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Memphis. Traore appears on track to suit up despite dealing with discomfort in his right calf. The guard's expected availability should help Brooklyn maintain its backcourt depth, though his fantasy appeal remains dependent on his playing time and opportunities in the rotation. His status should be confirmed ahead of Saturday's tipoff.

Injury/Illness - Illness (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Brown (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Memphis. Brown is under the weather and could miss a third consecutive contest. If the rookie guard is unable to suit up, Egor Demin, Keon Ellis and Nolan Traore (calf), who is listed as probable, would be candidates for increased playing time.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).