Ask most Sixer fans who the best backup big in the Joel Embiid era is and almost every answer will be Andre Drummond. Drummond’s tenure with the Sixers was brief, roughly half a season, but his impact was substantial. Fast forward several seasons, and he’s back in Philadelphia on a brand new $10 million, two-year deal.
The Sixers clearly value what Drummond brings, as reflected by a hefty payday. His value will shine brightest when Embiid sits, as he’s a double-double machine when given extended playing time. He’s an ‘inning-eater’ if you will, capable of soaking up minutes and producing.