Here's a look a where to watch during Thanksgiving week (all times Eastern): College basketball The Players Era men's tournament features 18 teams playing in and around the Las Vegas area, with half ranked in the AP Top 25. Tuesday's games include No. St. John's vs. Baylor (4:30 p.m.
Killyan Toure scores 20 points to lead No. 15 Iowa State past Creighton, 78-60
Freshman Killyan Toure scored a career-high 20 points and No. 15 Iowa State beat Creighton 78-60 on Tuesday in the second round of the Players Era Championship. Despite missing co-leading scorer Tamin Lipsey, who injured his groin in Monday’s 83-82 win over St. John’s, the Cyclones kept Creighton at arm’s length for most of the game. Joshua Jefferson had 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Jaxon Kohler unlocks key to Michigan State basketball ceiling
Reacting to games from Jaxon Kohler, Divine Ugochukwu and more after Michigan State's win over East Carolina on Tuesday at Fort Myers Tip-off.
Nick Young sticks up for Warriors' Draymond Green, epically trolls Kenyon Martin
Nick Young sticks up for Warriors' Draymond Green, epically trolls Kenyon Martin originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
The ongoing beef between Warriors star Draymond Green and former NBA star Kenyon Martin took another odd turn on Tuesday.
Before the latest episode of Gilbert Arenas’ “Gil’s Arena” show, former Warriors guard Nick Young wore a No. 23 Golden State jersey into the studio in an attempt to rile up Martin.
While it’s possible Young is wearing Green’s jersey, the official “Gil’s Arena” social media accounts allude to the 2018 NBA champion donning the wrong jersey.
Whether it actually is a Green jersey or possibly a Jason Richardson No. 23 jersey, Young’s intention was clear: Get under Martin’s skin and stir the pot.
It worked.
The beef between Green and Martin came up again during Tuesday’s episode of “Gil’s Arena,” and 2000 No. 1 overall draft pick again took shots at the four-time NBA champion.
Martin rekindled the feud when he addressed Green’s on-court antics.
Green used last week’s “The Draymond Green Show” podcast to respond to Martin’s slight.
“The constant shots have been a little confusing to me because I don’t quite know where they came from,” Green said. “And you think someone who was the No. 1 pick that didn’t quite have the career that I’ve had, but playing similar roles in a sense, would appreciate it, would show more love — especially when you go back to a kid born and raised in Saginaw, you think it’ll be a little more love. So it’s a little disappointing to see the constant shots. I just always thought it would be a little more love than that.
“But when you were the No. 1 pick and effectively underachieved, I guess that would be the reason why. To be the No. 1 pick and make the All-Star Game one time, most would say it’s probably an underachievement. Being that I was the 35th pick and made the All-Star Game four times. Defensive Player of the Year. Kenyon Martin was a defender. I think he would consider himself a good defender, [but] never quite reached the pinnacle of that when you talk Defensive Player of the Years, or the nine All-Defensive Teams that I have, and he has zero.
“It’s tough to sit in a space of like continuing to speak on my name and call my name out as if I underachieved or am underachieving. When I was just simply the 35th pick in the NBA draft, and somebody took a swing on me the second round and it just happened to work out to become one of the greatest players in franchise history.”
Green and Martin, both born in Saginaw, Mich., clearly don’t like each other, and time will tell how long they plan to keep taking shots at each other.
But while Young regularly appears on “Gil’s Arena” with Martin, it’s evident he has taken Green’s side in this argument.
Lakers center Deandre Ayton to miss game tonight against Clippers
The Lakers made two announcements Tuesday, saying that center Deandre Ayton was out for the game against the Clippers at Cyrpto.com Arena because of a bruised right knee and that they had signed forward Drew Timme to a two-way contract.
The team also announced that it had waived two-way center Christian Koloko.
Timme had played for the Lakers’ G League team, the South Bay Lakers, and posted averages of 25.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 25.5 minutes during six games.
The 6-10 Timme played his college basketball at Gonzaga.
“I talked to [Lakers president of basketball operations] Rob [Pelinka] and everyone yesterday, last night and they told me,” Timme said after the Lakers’ shootaround Tuesday. “I was just super excited. It’s super cool.”
Jaxson Hayes will start at center in place of Ayton in the NBA Cup game.
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This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
No. 11 Michigan State beats East Carolina 89-56 in Fort Myers Tip-Off
Jaxon Kohler and Divine Ugochukwu each scored 16 points to lead No. Michigan State's balanced attack as the Spartans beat East Carolina 89-56 in the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Tuesday. Michigan State, which entered the game with four players averaging double-figure points, also got 13 from Coen Carr and 10 from Carson Cooper.
Warriors use practice to lean into game-plan discipline before Rockets showdown
Warriors use practice to lean into game-plan discipline before Rockets showdown originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO – After multiple glaring defensive lapses in the first quarter on Monday against the Utah Jazz, the Warriors are reinforcing the emphasis on game-plan discipline.
At the top of the list for any defense is knowing your (opposing) personnel, generally referred to by the acronym KYP.
The Warriors took a 9-9 record into Monday’s game, a clear sign of struggle, and immediately failed the KYP test. Atop the defensive game plan for Utah were 7-foot-1 forward Lauri Markkanen, averaging 29.2 points per game and 6-foot-4 guard Keyonte George at 23.1.
George lit up the Warriors for 15 points in the opening quarter, making all four of his 3-point attempts, perhaps because defenders were otherwise occupied.
“That shouldn’t happen in this league,” Stephen Curry said after the game.
So, the Warriors, on Tuesday, watched video of their 134-117 victory that was built on the corrective action taken over the final three quarters. They muted the Jazz in the second quarter, with a 41-20 advantage, and rode the momentum to a rout.
“What I saw as that first quarter went on was a lack of focus defensively, in terms of knowing the game plan, trying to take out George and Markkanen and really be focused on them,” Kerr said after video review and practice at Chase Center. “And we let George get four open 3s in the first quarter.”
Kerr, who late in the first quarter lit into the team for its negligence, pointed out that the game shifted toward the Warriors behind the energy and focus of Pat Spencer and Will Richard, who came off the bench and provided an immediate spark that carried the team through the pivotal quarter.
Brandin Podziemski was guilty of KYP errors, posting a team-worst minus-10 in six first-quarter minutes, but Kerr didn’t point a finger. It was notable, though, that the third-year guard remained on the bench for the pivotal quarter.
Asked specifically about Podziemski, Kerr addressed his inconsistent offense but not his inconsistent defense.
But it was clear that the team’s session on Tuesday was about understanding game plans and making the effort to follow them.
“It’s all about having accountability, and that goes from No. 1 on the roster to No. 15,” Quinten Post said. “Before the game, you agree upon a game plan, and everybody has to be held accountable. Steve was on our ass somewhere in the first quarter, and we deserved it, where we just didn’t follow the game plan. People lost their assignments.
“But it’s never one individual. It’s always as a group.”
It’s one thing to adjust on the fly and put together a stirring comeback against perpetually rebuilding Utah, which came into the Chase on the second night of a back-to-back set with a 5-11 record.
It’s another thing altogether to put together four quarters good enough to take down the Houston Rockets, who haven’t played on back-to-back dates all season and come to the Bay Area on Wednesday having won 11 of their last 13 games. They’re without Kevin Durant, but they lead the NBA in offensive rating, rank fifth in defensive rating and first in rebounding.
And their coach, Ime Udoka, ranks first in cold, hard stares.
“They are an incredible team this year,” Kerr said. “Ime has done a great job there in the last couple of years, just kind of building an identity. The size, the physicality, the defense, and what they’ve added this year, obviously, is kind of picking up off that seven-game series we had where they just pummeled us on the glass.”
Golden State prevailed in that first-round playoff series last season, and Draymond Green was a big part of the formula. There is a chance, Kerr said, that he could be available after missing the Jazz game with a slight foot sprain.
How to watch LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers: TV/live stream info, preview for tonight's game
Tonight's Coast 2 Coast Tuesday NBA doubleheader on Peacock starts at 8:00 PM ET when the Philadelphia 76ers host the Orlando Magic. Then, at 11:00 PM, the LA Clippers take on the LA Lakers in a West Coast thriller.
Live coverage tonight begins at 7:30 PM. See below for additional information on how to watch tonight's game and follow all of the NBA action on NBC and Peacock. Peacock will feature 100 regular-season games throughout the course of the 2025-2026 season.
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LA Clippers:
The Clippers (5-12) are off to their worst start since the 2010-2011 season when they started 3-14. The team is coming off a 120-105 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Ivica Zubac finished with 33 points and 18 rebounds, while Kawhi Leonard (20 points) and James Harden (19 points) also finished in double figures.
Leonard made his return on Sunday after missing ten straight games with sprains in his right ankle and foot.
However, two of the Clippers' key players are still sidelined with injury. Three-time All-Star Bradley Beal is out for the season after suffering a fractured hip on November 8. Derrick Jones Jr. suffered a sprained MCL to his right knee on November 16 and will be re-evaluated at the end of December.
LA Lakers:
The Lakers have won the last four straight games, including a 108-106 victory against the Utah Jazz on Sunday. LeBron James finished with 17 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds in his first road game of the season. The 23-season NBA veteran returned to action on November 18 after missing the first 14 games of the season with sciatica.
Luka Doncic finished with a game-high 33 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists. He currently leads the NBA in scoring (34.5 ppg).
Tonight's game is the third of four NBA Cup group play games for both the Lakers and Clippers. They are each 2-0 in the NBA Cup and tied for the best record in West Group B.
A lot of focus on the NBA Cup this week, including the big game between the Clippers and Lakers on NBC and Peacock.
Kurt HelinHow to watch LA Clippers vs LA Lakers:
- When: Tonight, Tuesday, November 25
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Time: 11:00 PM ET
- Live Stream:Peacock
What other NBA games are on NBC and Peacock tonight?
How to watch Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers:
- When: Tonight, Tuesday, November 25
- Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream:Peacock
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the NBA’s MVP race as Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Maxey have entered the conversation.
Vaughn DalzellHow to watch the NBA on NBC and Peacock:
Peacock NBA Monday will stream up to three Monday night games each week throughout the regular season. Coast 2 Coast Tuesday presents doubleheaders on Tuesday nights throughout the regular season on NBC and Peacock. On most Tuesdays, an 8 p.m. ET game will be on NBC stations in the Eastern and Central time zones, and an 8 p.m. PT game on NBC stations in the Pacific and often Mountain time zones.
Check local listings each week. Both games will stream live nationwide on Peacock. NBC Sports will launch Sunday Night Basketball across NBC and Peacock on Feb. 1, 2026. For a full schedule of the NBA on NBC and Peacock, click here.
Peacock ScoreCard:
Peacock ScoreCard turns the NBA into an interactive experience. Pick from a selection of premade cards based on what you think will happen during the game. Earn leaderboard points and see how you rank against other viewers in real-time. Click here to get started.
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NBA on NBC 2025-26 Schedule
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NCAA soccer men’s tournament Sweet 16 scores, live updates, schedule
It was carnage in the second round of the 2025 men's soccer NCAA tournament as five of the top six seeds lost. What does the Sweet 16 have in store?
Jonathan Kuminga out vs. Rockets, but Steve Kerr gives encouraging injury update
Jonathan Kuminga out vs. Rockets, but Steve Kerr gives encouraging injury update originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Warriors coach Steve Kerr had a more positive update on Jonathan Kuminga on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old forward, who will miss his seventh consecutive game on Wednesday due to bilateral knee tendinitis, got back on the court and is making progress.
“He did 3-on-3 before practice and that went well,” Kerr told reporters after practice on Tuesday. “And then he took part in all of practice. Tomorrow, he will scrimmage. He won’t play in the game tomorrow but he will take part in a 5-on-5 scrimmage tomorrow evening before our game. And that will give us a good gauge for where he is.”
For the Warriors, a 5-on-5 scrimmage typically is the last hurdle before a player is cleared to return to game action.
Kerr said Warriors’ director of sports medicine and performance, Rick Celebrini, will watch Kuminga scrimmage and they will talk afterward to see how he feels.
Kuminga already has had a rollercoaster 2025-26 NBA season. He started the first 12 games of the season and averaged 17.2 points during that span. But his production tailed off in the last four games he played before being sidelined with the knee injury, as he averaged just 6.0 points in those contests.
Kerr’s previous comments regarding Kuminga’s status raised some eyebrows.
“He’s got to tell you where he is,” Kerr told reporters when asked about Kuminga’s activity on Sunday (h/t ClutchPoints’ Kenzo Fukuda). “He didn’t do anything. We didn’t do scrimmages, but we did live drill work, and he barely did any of that. So, [he’s] not moving well, so the training staff [is] working with him. I have no idea what he’s doing.”
But after a couple of days and a productive day of practice, it appears Kuminga is on the right track.
As for Draymond Green, the veteran forward also practiced Tuesday after missing Monday’s game because of a foot injury.
“He said he’s feeling better,” Kerr told reporters. “We’ll list him as questionable for tomorrow but he’s definitely trending upward.”
The Warriors could use Green against the 11-4 Rockets, who have one of the biggest lineups in the NBA, even without Kevin Durant, who will miss Wednesday’s game to attend to a family matter.
Players Era headlines list of Thanksgiving-week offerings on the college basketball slate
Rick Barnes didn’t have long to enjoy 17th-ranked Tennessee’s lopsided win against Rutgers. Not with No. 3 Houston awaiting as part of a loaded field at the Players Era.
How to watch Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers: TV/live stream info, preview for tonight's game
Don't miss tonight's exciting Coast 2 Coast Tuesday NBA doubleheader on Peacock. The action starts at 8:00 PM ET when the Philadelphia 76ers host the Orlando Magic. Then, at 11:00 PM, the LA Clippers take on the LA Lakers in a West Coast showdown.
Live coverage tonight begins at 7:30 PM. See below for additional information on how to watch tonight's game and follow all of the NBA action on NBC and Peacock. Peacock will feature 100 regular-season games throughout the course of the 2025-2026 season.
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Orlando Magic:
The Magic fell 138-129 to the Boston Celtics on Sunday, putting an end to their three-game win streak. Jett Howard scored a season-high 30 points, while Jase Richardson and Desmond Bane each added 18 points. Franz Wagner, who currently leads Orlando in scoring (23 ppg), finished with 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists in the win.
The Magic are still without their star forward, Paolo Banchero, who suffered a left groin strain on November 12. He is second on the team in scoring (21.7 ppg) and leads the Magic in rebounding (8.7 rpg). There is no timetable for Banchero's return.
Philadelphia 76ers:
The 76ers are coming off a 127-117 loss to the Miami Heat on Sunday. Tyrese Maxey led the way for Philadelphia with 27 points, while Trendon Watford added 19 points and 9 rebounds off the bench.
Maxey has scored at least 20 points in all 16 games this season. He is second in the league in scoring with 33 points per game, behind only Luka Doncic (34.5 ppg).
Joel Embiid has missed the last seven straight games due to knee soreness. He is currently listed as questionable for tonight's game.
A lot of focus on the NBA Cup this week, including the big game between the Clippers and Lakers on NBC and Peacock.
How to watch Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers:
- When: Tonight, Tuesday, November 25
- Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream:Peacock
What other NBA games are on NBC and Peacock tonight?
How to watch LA Clippers vs LA Lakers :
- When: Tonight, Tuesday, November 25
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Time: 11:00 PM ET
- Live Stream:Peacock
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the NBA’s MVP race as Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Maxey have entered the conversation.
How to watch the NBA on NBC and Peacock:
Peacock NBA Monday will stream up to three Monday night games each week throughout the regular season. Coast 2 Coast Tuesday presents doubleheaders on Tuesday nights throughout the regular season on NBC and Peacock. On most Tuesdays, an 8 p.m. ET game will be on NBC stations in the Eastern and Central time zones, and an 8 p.m. PT game on NBC stations in the Pacific and often Mountain time zones.
Check local listings each week. Both games will stream live nationwide on Peacock. NBC Sports will launch Sunday Night Basketball across NBC and Peacock on Feb. 1, 2026. For a full schedule of the NBA on NBC and Peacock, click here.
Peacock ScoreCard:
Peacock ScoreCard turns the NBA into an interactive experience. Pick from a selection of premade cards based on what you think will happen during the game. Earn leaderboard points and see how you rank against other viewers in real-time. Click here to get started.
How to sign up for Peacock:
Sign up here to watch all of our LIVE sports, sports shows, documentaries, classic matches, and more. You'll also get tons of hit movies and TV shows, Originals, news, 24/7 channels, and current NBC & Bravo hits—Peacock is here for whatever you’re in the mood for.
NBA on NBC 2025-26 Schedule
Click here to see the full list of NBA games that will air on NBC and Peacock this season.
What devices does Peacock support?
You can enjoy Peacock on a variety of devices. View the full list of supported devices here.
Kansas State’s P.J. Haggerty is AP men’s player of the week after averaging 31.7 points in 3 games
The 6-foot-4 junior guard had a huge week, averaging 31.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 6.0 assists in three games. The Big 12 player of the week started with 31 points and 10 rebounds in a win over Tulsa, becoming the first Wildcats player to post a 30/10 double-double since freshman star Michael Beasley in 2008.
LeBron James reportedly undecided on if this will be his final NBA season
LeBron James has only been back on the court for two games this season, his record 23rd in the NBA, and already the talk is about whether there will be a 24th season for the legend. And if that would be with the Lakers.
The prevailing theory in league circles has been that he would play one more season, kind of a farewell tour, then step away — but LeBron himself remains undecided on playing another season, reports Dave McMenamin of ESPN. The focus of the story is LeBron's record 21-year streak of making an All-NBA team (which is in jeopardy, he can miss only two more games this season and still qualify under the 65-game rule), but it also touches on his future.
At the same time, if James believes this could be his last season -- something that sources close to James have insisted that he remains undecided about -- he might feel even more responsibility to suit up for every game on what would then be a retirement tour.
After missing the first 14 games of the season due to sciatica on his right side, part of LeBron's decision on another season will be physical — how does he feel after this season? Does he believe his body can handle one more? However, nobody in the league takes better care of their body than LeBron. The bigger question is one other legends in sport have discussed, including the Lakers' own Kobe Bryant: At age 41, will he want to put in all the work it will take to physically and mentally play another season? While his love of the game can't be questioned, there comes a point when the greats know it's time to walk away.
Only LeBron can answer if he is there yet, and he very well may not have that answer until this season ends for him and the Lakers, whenever that might be.
If LeBron decides to play another season (or more), he will be a free agent this summer and will have to decide whether that final year is with the Lakers or somewhere else — one more return to Cleveland? New York? Golden State? But before that speculation can get serious, LeBron will have to make a call on that farewell tour, or if this season — with the All-Star Game in Los Angeles (and on NBC and Peacock) — is the time to step away.
It sounds like LeBron hasn't yet decided what he plans to do.
Fantasy Basketball Stock Up Stock Down: Andre Drummond stepping up in Joel Embiid's absence
Week 5 is in the books, and a full month of NBA action is now officially in the rearview.
We take a look at which players are rising and which are slipping ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
→ Watch the NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday on NBC and Peacock: In Emirates NBA Cup Group Play, the Magic take on the 76ers at 8pm ET, followed by Clippers and the Lakers at 11 pm ET. Both games are available on Peacock. Check your local listings for the NBC game in your area.
Check out the latest fantasy basketball rankings update as December approaches.
Raphielle JohnsonSTOCK UP
Naz Reid - PF/C, Timberwolves
A slower start to the season could have been anticipated for Reid, but he’s been significantly more productive over the past couple of weeks. He’s averaging 17.5 points,7.3 rebounds and 2.7 three-pointers since the middle of the month, with a couple of huge performances sprinkled in. He offers a high ceiling almost every time he steps on the floor, given his shooting and scoring versatility at the position. What continues to stop Reid from really taking off is the fact that he plays behind a productive starting frontcourt. Still, he’s a double-double threat each time he takes the floor, with the potential to take a leap should an opportunity present itself for Reid to log more minutes over an extended period. Regardless, he’s a nice depth option at his position in fantasy leagues.
Andre Drummond - C, 76ers
Given Drummond’s track record as a big-time rebounder and play finisher around the rim, and Joel Embiid’s struggles to stay on the floor, it's easy to be sold on Drummond’s potential moving forward. He won’t consistently secure north of 20 rebounds, as he did in the Sixers’ most recent game against the Heat when he totaled 24 boards. However, it’s not far-fetched to imagine that the veteran center will pull in numbers that rival his November averages of 10.6 points and 12.7 rebounds per game — in seven starts this season, those numbers jump to 12.0 points and 14.0 rebounds. Drummond is rostered in fewer than half of Yahoo! leagues currently. He could serve as a reliable roster addition for those fantasy managers looking for rebounding and field-goal percentage.
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— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 18, 2025
Ayo Dosunmu - SG/SF, Bulls
I’m here for the Ayo Dosunmu takeover. He’s been a good player throughout his career, but he’s been at his best this season from a production standpoint, and it’s been fun to follow. He’s averaging a career-high in points per game despite his production coming in his fewest minutes per game since his sophomore season. Everything is trending in the right direction for Dosunmu at the moment: He’s fresh off a season-high 28 points in the Bulls’ most recent game, has scored at least 20 points in three of the past five games, and has started the last three. Finding a way to consistently contribute in other ways aside from scoring will take his fantasy value to the next level. Still, stock up.
The Clippers star will reportedly return from injury on Sunday, which is great news for fantasy managers.
STOCK DOWN
Isaiah Hartenstein - C, Thunder
Since his career-best 33-point, 19-rebound performance in Sacramento against the Kings earlier in November, Hartenstein’s numbers haven’t necessarily popped. He’s averaged a modest 11.0 points and 9.9 rebounds per game in the eight games that followed, which are fine, but nothing breathtaking. Surely he’s remained an impactful player for the Thunder, as they continue to win games and prove they are the best team in the league. But when examining the recent numbers from the point of view of a fantasy basketball manager, it’s easy to want more production.
Jaren Jackson Jr. - PF, C, Grizzlies
It’s been a strange season in Memphis, and it's made for unspectacular fantasy production for some of their top guys. Ja Morant’s struggles were highlighted in one of our most recent pieces, so now we turn our production to the next decorated player. Jackson Jr.’s scoring has dipped, the defensive stats from a blocks and steals standpoint are no longer special, and rebounding remains a part of his game that hasn’t developed. But what’s been most notable to me is how the former DPOY and player with superstar potential hasn’t been able to elevate his game in the absence of other star players around him. He’s made it to the 20-point mark three times this season, and has yet to reach double figures as a rebounder. From a strictly fantasy standpoint, I’ve been waiting for the numbers to pop — such a thing doesn’t appear imminent.
Joel Embiid - C, 76ers
Embiid has missed the last seven Sixers games, but even when he eventually makes his return, there’s no telling how productive he’ll be, or what his workload will look like. The former league MVP is averaging fewer than 20.0 points per game for the first time in his career and is pulling down a career-low 5.5 rebounds on average. Getting through the regular season in good health for a playoff run likely is the priority for Embiid and the Sixers’ organization alike. And with the group playing solid basketball in his absence, he may have a bit more time to trust the process. However, those fantasy managers who have Embiid on their roster should consider picking up Andre Drummond as an insurance option.