After spending two years with the Chicago Bulls, Andre Drummond is set to return to the Philadelphia 76ers for the upcoming season. Reflecting on his time in Chicago, Drummond expressed his gratitude to the Bulls and their fans for their support.
Drummond, who was drafted 9th overall by the Detroit Pistons in 2012, has played for several NBA teams. A top high school prospect in 2011, he spent one season at the University of Connecticut before declaring for the NBA draft.
He had a strong rookie season with the Pistons in 2012-13, earning a spot on the NBA All-Rookie Second Team. Drummond made his first All-Star team in 2016 and led the league in rebounding that season. He was selected for a second All-Star team in 2018 and topped the NBA in rebounding three more times from 2018 to 2020.
In 2020, Drummond was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he later reached a buyout agreement in 2021. He subsequently signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets, and most recently, the Chicago Bulls. Known for his exceptional rebounding, Drummond was also a member of the gold medal-winning 2014 U.S. national team at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
**Drummond’s Farewell Letter to Chicago Bulls Fans**
As Drummond prepares to rejoin the 76ers, he shared a heartfelt farewell to the Bulls and their fans on social media. In a post on X, he wrote:
“Dear Chicago, Thank you for all the love and support you’ve shown me during my two years. It was nothing short of amazing! It was an honor to wear Chicago across my chest. I LOVE YOU and see you soon ❤️ We are always connected. Y❤️.”
During his two seasons with the Bulls, Drummond played alongside All-Star guard DeMar DeRozan and rising star Coby White, averaging 7.3 points and 7.9 rebounds per game while shooting 57 percent from the field as a backup center to Nikola Vucevic.
In Philadelphia, Drummond will reprise his role as a backup center, this time supporting former MVP Joel Embiid. With the Sixers adding Paul George to their roster, Drummond’s experience and rebounding prowess could prove invaluable in a deep postseason run.
As he returns to the 76ers, fans and analysts alike will be watching to see how Drummond’s presence impacts the team’s performance, particularly in the playoffs where his veteran experience and defensive skills will be crucial.