76ers center Spencer Hawes out with lower back strain

Spencer Hawes

Starting center Spencer Hawes missed the Philadelphia 76ers’ game in New York on Wednesday night because of a strained lower back.

Tony Battie started for Hawes, who was hurt Tuesday night in a victory over Sacramento. He played 11 scoreless minutes before sitting out the second half.

— Reported by the Associated Press

Author: Inside Hoops

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