After an emphatic debut against Houston, Philadelphia 76ers fans were quick to heap praise on Corey Brewer. The career journeyman played an integral role in the Sixers’ victory, providing stout defense on James Harden and contributing 11 points in a starting role.
Now we’ve seen Brewer contribute valuable minutes in two wins over Western Conference contenders. All in Jimmy Butler‘s absence, playing gritty defense and running the floor in transition for easy buckets. He fills a niche that was previously unfilled.
The Sixers rewarded him with a second 10-day contract on Friday, signing him up to run the upcoming gauntlet, which includes a difficult west coast trip and several high-level contenders on the schedule.