Andre Drummond, the Philadelphia 76ers center, has decided to pick up his $5 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Throughout the previous season, Drummond showcased his value by stepping up during Joel Embiid's absence, averaging 7.3 points and 7.8 rebounds in nearly 19 minutes per game. His decision to opt-in comes after the 76ers drafted Auburn's Johni Broome, indicating the team's ongoing focus on strengthening their frontcourt. Drummond is in the second year of a two-year, $10 million contract with the 76ers after returning to the team following a stint with the Brooklyn Nets.
Andre Drummond has opted into his $5 million player option for the 2025-26 NBA season, after a solid performance with the 76ers.
In a season where Joel Embiid was sidelined, Drummond played a key role, averaging 7.3 points and 7.8 rebounds while shooting 50%.
The 76ers' decision to pick up Drummond's option aligns with their drafting of another big man, showing their strategy for the center position.
Drummond's return marks his second stint with Philadelphia, following his previous time with the team that ended with a trade to Brooklyn.
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