Andre Drummond says goodbye to Bulls fans in social media post originally appeared in NBC Sports Chicago
Andre Drummond bid farewell to Bulls fans with a stylish social media post on Monday after signing a two-year contract with the Sixers Sunday night.
Dear Chicago,
Thank you for all the love and support you have shown me during my two years. It was nothing short of incredible! It was an honor to wear Chicago on my chest.
I LOVE YOU and see you soonWe are always connected Y pic.twitter.com/Wgi9OtDIR1
-Andre Drummond (@AndreDrummond) July 1, 2024
The Bulls lost Drummond in free agency after passing up opportunities to trade him for second-round picks at the February deadline.
According to a league source, Drummond’s deal with the Sixers is worth $10 million over two years.
I’m in the mood for a Philly cheesesteak
-Andre Drummond (@AndreDrummond) June 30, 2024
Drummond’s departure had been expected since April’s loss to the Miami Heat in the Play In tournament. He will return to the 76ers for a second time, originally signing as a free agent to back up Joel Embiid in August 2021. He lasted 49 games before being traded with the Brooklyn Nets.
But he found a home in Chicago, producing two productive seasons as Nikola Vucevic’s backup. The former four-time NBA rebounding champion averaged 7.3 points and 7.9 rebounds in just 15.1 minutes in 146 games. That included 10 starts last season, when Drummond averaged 14.1 points and 17.9 rebounds.
Drummond was a fan favorite in Chicago, often drawing standing ovations after stints as a backup that featured difficult games and, at times, colorful moments.
