MEMPHIS, Dec. 30, 2025: For Philadelphia 76ers fans scanning the wires for news on the veteran floor general, the official word is in: Kyle Lowry is available.
According to the official NBA Injury Report released Tuesday morning, Lowry is not listed among the Sixers’ injured players, unlike teammates Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) and Trendon Watford (adductor), who have been ruled out. This confirms the 39-year-old is medically cleared to suit up against the Memphis Grizzlies tonight.
Available, But Will He Play?
While Lowry is active, his presence on the court is far from guaranteed. The six-time All-Star has settled into a mentorship role this season, often finding himself outside Head Coach Nick Nurse’s nightly rotation.
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Recent Usage: In his last five appearances, Lowry has averaged just over 8 minutes per game, often serving as a situational stabilizer rather than a primary rotation piece.
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The Rotation Crunch: With Tyrese Maxey commanding nearly 40 minutes a night and the emergence of younger guards like VJ Edgecombe and Quentin Grimes, LowryтАЩs playing time has become sporadic.
The “Coach’s Decision” Factor
Tonight’s availability suggests Lowry will be in uniform on the bench. However, unless the Sixers run into foul trouble or decide to rest Maxey for extended stretches, Lowry is a candidate for a “DNP – Coach’s Decision.” Reports from earlier this month indicate that while he is healthy, the team is prioritizing the development of its younger backcourt in standard game situations.
