Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard offer a warning the 76ers must heed

Injuries to Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard should have the Philadelphia 76ers preparing for the worst but hoping for the best.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:13 PM
Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard offer a warning the 76ers must heed
Key Things to Know
  • The Sixer Sense argues early injuries to Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard should warn Philadelphia to prioritize load management.
  • Minnesota's Anthony Edwards faces an expected two-month absence following right knee arthroscopic surgery.
  • The 76ers have already placed Joel Embiid and LeBron James on injury reports to manage their fitness.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nathan Doyle of The Sixer Sense argues that early season injuries to stars Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard should serve as a warning to the Philadelphia 76ers. Edwards is expected to miss two months following right knee arthroscopic surgery, while Leonard is also sidelined. Doyle contends that head coach Nick Nurse and the Sixers must prioritize load management over regular-season records to keep their top players healthy for a title run.

According to the article, Joel Embiid and LeBron James have already been listed on injury reports to manage fitness concerns early in the campaign. Doyle emphasizes that Nurse should prepare for potential setbacks by experimenting with deeper rotation players like Justin Edwards, Labaron Philon Jr., and Tacko Fall to build necessary depth and chemistry.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.