I know I'm late on this news but the Sixers revealed today that they will be without their big free agent signing, Elton Brand, for a month after he dislocated his shoulder on Wednesday. While Brand hasn't exactly taken the Eastern Conference by storm, he has been a solid player and his presence will be missed down low. In his absence, Thaddeus Young will likely start at power forward which should open up their offense and allow the team to be more up-tempo. Rookie Marreese Speights also figures to get more playing time.....
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Via Hot Stove Philly
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After starting the Tony DiLeo era 2-0, the Sixers had a major setback Thursday as they learned that star forward Elton Brand would be out for a month with a fracture of the humeral bone and a tear of the labrum.
Sixers team doctor Jack McPhilemy said he does not think the injury will require surgery at this time.
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