Adem Bona returns to practice with Sixers after injury setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Adem Bona of the Philadelphia 76ers returned to practice on October 18, 2026, after missing the preseason due to a foot sprain. The third-year player expressed excitement in rejoining his teammates ahead of the upcoming season. The Sixers are facing challenges in the frontcourt following the injury of Ariel Hukporti, who ruptured his Achilles. Bona is day-to-day regarding his availability for the season opener against the New York Knicks on Tuesday.
- •Adem Bona missed the preseason due to a foot sprain.
- •Bona averaged 4.8 points and 4.3 rebounds last season.
- •Ariel Hukporti suffered a ruptured Achilles, complicating the Sixers' frontcourt depth.
- •Bona's return is crucial as the Sixers prepare for the Knicks.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers' Adem Bona gives health update, reacts to losing Ariel Hukporti
"Philadelphia 76ers big man Adem Bona gives a health update on himself while reacting to losing Ariel Hukporti to inury.
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