With that being said, it means youngsters like undrafted rookie Justin Edwards have gained valuable playing experience and reps that will only help them move forward. Not only will these reps help them, but guys like future Hall of Famer Kyle Lowry are there in their corner to give them wisdom.

When the Sixers eventually do get healthy again, one has to wonder if Edwards has done enough to earn a role for them. "Yeah, I do," Nurse said if he sees a future role for Edward

Since late December, the Philadelphia 76ers haven’t been able to find consistency with the center position With Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond both struggling to stay on the court as they deal with setbacks,