1 key player Philly is willing to trade before the deadline

The The NBA trade deadline is approachingand The rumors surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers are getting louder around Andre Drummond and Eric Gordon. As first reported by Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the 76ers are ready to listen to offers for Drummond while also weighing Gordon’s expiring contract.

The 76ers front office is in no rush, but calculating. Drummond played an important role behind Joel Embiidbut Philadelphia is now studying whether his market value outweighs his impact on the floor. Gordon’s limited playing time turned his deal into a financial chess piece. Under the bright lights, every decision is tied to a shrinking championship window.

On the surface, Eric Gordon seems like an easy move for the 76ers. He’s appeared in just six games and has a low-risk, expiring contract that teams with cap space could absorb quickly. The Brooklyn Nets or Utah Jazz could take him without hesitation. Gordon’s value goes beyond minutes, though. He has become a mentor to rookie fullback VJ Edgecombe, and that presence is important in a dressing room looking for stability. Philadelphia must balance dollars with development. The deadline requires clarity.

Why the 76ers see real value in Andre Drummond

Andre Drummond’s case carries weight because his production is real, making him a central figure in the latest 76ers rumors. He averages nine rebounds in just 20 minutes and ranks among the league leaders in rebounds per 36 minutes. He delivers when the team needs size. Adem Bona comes in when the game calls for speed. Together, they protected Joel Embiid and maintained rotation flexibility.

That’s why Drummond’s absence in the loss to the Knicks drew attention. The 76ers were badly beaten on the boards despite his earlier good performance against New York. The fans noticed. And managers. A proven backup center on an expiring contract always attracts interest before April.

Ownership feels the urgency. This 76ers roster is built to win now. Any move must strengthen the title chase, not weaken it. The window shrinks under the stadium lights.

So, will the 76ers hold their ground or make a bold move before the NBA trade deadline?